Mandarin Meatloaf

Discover the sweet and savory twist on a classic comfort food with this Mandarin Meatloaf recipe! Juicy ground beef is blended with chopped mandarin oranges, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, ginger, and soy sauce for a flavorful, Asian-inspired take on traditional meatloaf. The star of the show is its irresistible glaze, made with hoisin sauce, reserved mandarin juice, and brown sugar, adding a sticky-sweet and tangy finish. Perfectly tender and bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make dish is a showstopper for busy weeknights or special family dinners. Serve it with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a balanced and satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Ground beef
• 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned in juice, drained, and chopped)
• 0.75 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Hoison sauce (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Mandarin juice (reserved from canned oranges)
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped mandarin oranges, panko breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a sturdy spoon until fully combined, but do not overmix as this can make the meatloaf dense.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into a loaf (if using a baking sheet) or transfer it into the prepared loaf pan, pressing down gently to remove any air pockets.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the hoisin sauce, reserved mandarin juice, and brown sugar to create a glaze. Stir until smooth and set aside.

Step 6

Spread half of the prepared glaze evenly over the top of the meatloaf.

Step 7

Place the meatloaf in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining glaze over the top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Garnish with additional mandarin slices or chopped green onions, if desired. Serve with rice or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1258 grams (1258.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2186

Total Fat 135.90g	174%
Saturated Fat 52.10g	261%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 859mg	286%
Sodium 4420mg	192%
Total Carbohydrate 112.90g	41%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 67.20g
Protein 130.30g	261%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2404mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 20.6%