Vibrant Vietnamese-Style Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 eggs
• 2 tbsp lemongrass paste
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 2 cups carrots, julienned
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko, egg, lemongrass paste, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.

2. 2

   Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, until cooked through.