Teriyaki Salmon Meatballs (High Protein Meal Prep)
These Teriyaki Salmon Meatballs are juicy, protein-packed, and coated in a homemade sweet-savory teriyaki glaze. Made with fresh salmon, garlic, ginger, and pantry staples, they're perfect for meal prep, freezer-friendly, and deliver approximately 28 grams of protein per serving.
Equipment
- food processor
- large mixing bowl
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- whisk
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- meal prep containers
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs wild-caught salmon
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- black pepper
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- sesame seeds, for garnish
- green onions, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Remove any pin bones from the salmon, chop into small pieces, and pulse briefly in a food processor until finely chopped but not pureed.
- Combine the chopped salmon, panko, egg, garlic, ginger, sea salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 16–18 evenly sized meatballs using lightly damp hands.
- Heat the neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the meatballs for about 3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, and water. Pour into the skillet and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the meatballs to the skillet and gently toss them in the glaze. Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes until fully cooked and coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately or cool completely before storing in meal prep containers.
Notes
Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. For a gluten-free version, substitute tamari for soy sauce and gluten-free panko. Double the teriyaki glaze for serving over rice, vegetables, or grain bowls.