Japanese-style Chicken (or Turkey) Meatballs (Tsukune)
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup dark soy sauce (like Kikkoman)
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1/2 cup mirin
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1/4 cup dry sake, sherry or Shaoxing wine
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1/4 cup light brown sugar
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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4 medium cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed
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1 (1-inch) piece of ginger, sliced
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1/2 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
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1 1/2 pounds ground chicken or turkey (dark meat recommended)
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1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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2 medium scallions, white and green parts, finely chopped
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1 large egg, lightly beaten
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2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
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1 tablespoon finely minced fresh garlic (about 2 large cloves)
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2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
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Thinly sliced scallion greens
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Toasted sesame seeds
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12-14 medium (6-inch) wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes prior to use (if grilling)
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