Mongolian Glazed Meatballs

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  2 lbs 80/20 Ground Beef
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  0.8 cup Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry
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  2 Egg, Whole, Large(88g)
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  2 tbsp Soy Sauce, Low Sodium
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  1 tbsp Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing)
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  1 tbsp Garlic
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  1 1 pinch Kosher salt (to taste)
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  1 1 pinch cracked pepper (to taste)
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  1 tsp Sesame Oil, Toasted
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  0.5 tbsp Ginger, Fresh Root
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  0.7 cup ⅔ cup water
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  0.5 cup Brown sugar
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  2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
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  1 tbsp Oyster sauce
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  1 tbsp 1 tablespoon ground white pepper (or ½-1 tablespoon red chilli / powder)
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  0.5 tbsp Sesame seeds
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  1 Green Onion (Scallion)(15g)

Instructions

1. 1Combine the ground beef, panko bread crumbs, eggs, soy sauce, Chinese cooking wine, minced fresh garlic, grated fresh ginger, and sliced green onions in a large bowl; mix until just combined without overworking. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange on two parchment-lined baking sheets.
2. 2Bake the meatballs at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 160°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer).
3. 3While the meatballs bake, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, minced fresh garlic, grated fresh ginger, and toasted sesame oil in a medium bowl until smooth.
4. 4Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. 5Transfer the baked meatballs to the skillet with the glaze and gently toss to coat all sides evenly over medium heat for 2–3 minutes.
6. 6Remove from heat and divide the glazed meatballs evenly into 6 airtight containers while hot, ensuring each portion receives equal sauce.
7. 7Sprinkle the tops with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, then seal containers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
8. 8Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until warmed through, then serve warm with toothpicks or mini forks.