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Crispy Air Fryer Teriyaki Meatballs with Pineapple

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These crispy air fryer teriyaki meatballs with pineapple are a quick, flavorful snack or appetizer featuring juicy meatballs coated in a sticky teriyaki glaze and caramelized pineapple chunks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or ground pork (or a mix)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Wet your hands slightly and roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 20 total. Place on a plate or tray.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  4. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  5. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and add to the sauce. Stir until thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Place meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12 minutes, shaking basket halfway through.
  7. Optional: In a skillet over medium heat, add a teaspoon of oil and cook pineapple chunks until caramelized, about 4-5 minutes.
  8. Toss hot meatballs with teriyaki glaze in a large bowl. Gently fold in caramelized pineapple chunks. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness. Preheat the air fryer for best results. Caramelize pineapple separately to avoid soggy meatballs. Check internal temperature to ensure meatballs reach 160°F (71°C). If air fryer cooks unevenly, flip meatballs halfway through cooking. For gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and breadcrumbs.

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