LOW SYN CHICKEN MEATBALLS IN HOISIN SAUCE

LOW SYN CHICKEN MEATBALLS IN HOISIN SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE MEATBALLS:

· 500g (17.5oz) extra lean ground chicken

· salt and black pepper

FOR THE BARBECUE SAUCE:

· 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce (3.5 syns)

· 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

· 1 tablespoon of tomato paste

· 3 tablespoons of water

· 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger

· 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder

· 1/2 teaspoon of Chinese five spice

· To Serve:

· Some finely chopped spring onions

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 200c or 400f

2. Add all the ingredients for the meatballs to a large bowl and bind together, form into balls..

3. Place meatballs in a oven proof dish and bake for 15 mins, till lightly golden.

4. Add the ingredients for the sauce to a saucepan and heat until it thickens.

5. Pour marinade over the meatballs.

6. Place back in the oven for another 15 mins, basting once with the sauce.

7. Serve topped with spring onion and your choice of sides