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Banh Mi Meatballs

Banh Mi Meatballs: A Flavor-Packed Twist on Comfort Food

Banh Mi Meatballs are a flavorful take on classic comfort food, combining sweet chili sauce with juicy meatballs for a crowd-pleasing dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Mini or Regular Size Pork Meatballs Substitute with beef or turkey if preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Homemade can replace store-bought.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Teriyaki Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrot
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1 each Thinly Sliced Jalapeño Adjust based on personal heat tolerance.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Mint optional
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Red Onions optional
  • 2 each Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat for approximately 3–5 minutes until hot.
  2. Place your frozen meatballs directly into the skillet, spacing them evenly apart. Cook for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, low-sodium teriyaki sauce, and fish sauce. Stir until well-blended.
  4. Once the meatballs are browned, pour the sauce mixture over them and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir constantly for about 2–3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  6. Off the heat, sprinkle the shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, and jalapeños over the meatballs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for gatherings and adaptable for personal taste preferences. Can experiment with different meats to find your favorite flavor profile.

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