Meatballs Recipe - Asian 5 Spice Beef - Video

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

five spice powder

🥗Healthier: cinnamon and star anise

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Cinnamon and star anise can mimic flavors at a lower cost.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more economical.

In a bowl, combine minced beef, chopped onion, finely chopped garlic, finely chopped ginger, breadcrumbs, five spice powder, and an egg.

Mix the ingredients by hand or in a food processor until well combined.

Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and roll them in your hands.

Place the meatballs on a tray and put them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to firm up.

Heat sunflower oil in a pan over medium heat.

Fry the meatballs in batches for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and browned.

Remove the meatballs from the pan and place them on kitchen towel to drain excess oil.

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