Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs
Teriyaki Turkey Meatballs are a fusion dish combining Japanese-inspired teriyaki glaze with Western-style meatballs made from lean ground turkey. They typically feature ground turkey, breadcrumbs, garlic, ginger, and a sweet-savory sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, often served over rice or noodles.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in protein from the turkey, moderate in fat depending on the meat used, and can be higher in carbs if served with rice or a sugary glaze. A typical serving (about 4 meatballs with sauce) provides around 300-400 calories, along with B vitamins, selenium, and some iron.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 3.2 mg |
| Potassium | 410 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 4 meatballs (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish represents a popular 'glocal' culinary trend, adapting traditional Japanese teriyaki flavors to a globally beloved meatball format using leaner turkey, making it a lighter yet flavorful alternative to beef or pork versions.
