Asian Meatball Sub Sandwiches
Asian Meatball Sub Sandwiches Recipe
My all-time favorite sub sandwich:ย Asian Meatball Sub Sandwiches. Talk about tons of flavor – the Asian ingredients are out of this world. I like how the Sweet Chili Mayo is similar to a Hoisin Aioli recipe that is also delish with these meatballs, as well.
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Nope, my family isn’t crazy for Asian flavors.ย However, I AM! So much so that I’ve created a lot of Asian recipes for my blog.ย I hope you’ll try another of my favorites – Saucy Asian Chicken and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner, Asian Beef Bowls.
You might feel like most Asian recipes require a lot of ingredients and sometimes they do! However, I’ve discovered that the majority of those Asian ingredients will last a long time and make several recipes before you need to re-stock.
I use my Instant Pot to make these easy Korean Pulled-Pork Tacos with Broccoli Slaw. I just can’t get enough Asian flavors and I’m perfectly happy eating the entire batch of any Asian dish, all by myself. ๐
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What to Love About This Recipe –ย
- Make it low carb! Toss the bun and make an Asian Meatball Bowl instead.
- You can use any kind of ground meat you’d prefer – pork, beef, turkey, chicken, venison….go for it.
- The meatballs are cooked in the oven – so easy.
- All the textures – soft bun, savory meatballs, creamy mayo, and crunchy slaw. Delightful.
How to Make These Meatball Subs in 3 Easy Stepsย
- ย Make the meatball mixture, then cook the meatballs in the oven.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the Sweet Chili Mayo and the Slaw.
- Assemble the subs and eat!
Easy Recipe Tips for Making Asian Meatball Subsย
- Can this recipe be made ahead of time?
The components of this recipe can be made ahead, then assembled when you are ready to eat.ย The meatballs will just have to be re-heated a bit.
- How do I make this recipe low-carb?
To make this a low-carb recipe, omit the buns and serve the slaw in a bowl, topped with the meatballs and the Sweet Chili Mayo on top.
- Why are there so many ingredients needed for this recipe?
Yep, there are lots of Asian ingredients needed for this recipe, but when they are combined together, the flavors are out of this world! Also, the ingredients you need for this recipe will last a long time – you will be able to make lots of Asian foods before having to restock.
- This recipe calls for fish sauce.ย What in the heck is that? Fish sauce is an Asian condiment.ย It is a savory ingredient made from fermented fish and salt, and has a very strong and weird odor. Don’t be put off by this – fish sauce makes delicious marinades and sauces. Fish sauce is also called nuoc mam and you’ll find it in the Asian section of your favorite grocer.
- The recipe says Greek yogurt can be substituted for the mayonnaise.ย Will this affect the flavor of the Sweet Chili Mayo?
If you’re concerned about calories and fat (and who isn’t, right?), Greek yogurt is a great substitute for mayonnaise or sour cream.ย If the Greek yogurt is too tangy for you or your family, use half Green yogurt and half mayonnaise.
Other Delicious Recipes to Enjoy –
- Instant Pot Lazy-Butt Beef Subs with Caramelized Onions and BBQ Mayoย
- 4 Easy Ways to Make Delicious and Tender Pulled Porkย
- How to Make Tender and Juicy Smoked Beef Tri Tipย
- Indian Fry Bread Tacosย
- Stuffed Pasta Shells with Creamy Marinara Sauceย
- Roast Beef Wellington Hand Pies with Creamy Horseradish Sauceย
- Saucy Asian Chicken and Broccoli Sheet Pan Mealย
- Ground Meat Asian Stir Fry with Noodlesย
Printable Directions for Making Asian Meatball Sub Sandwichesย

Asian Meatball Subs
Ingredients
Sweet Chili Mayo
- 2/3 cup Hellmanโs mayonnaise may substitute Greek yogurt, if preferred
- 2 scallions chopped
- 1 Tbs. sweet chili sauce or to taste
- 1 tsp. sriracha sauce or to tasate
- 1 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. freshly grated ginger root
Asian Meatballs
- ยฝ lb. ground pork
- ยฝ lb. lean ground beef
- 4 garlic cloves crushed
- 3 scallions, green and white parts both chopped
- 1 Tbs. fish sauce
- 1 Tbs. chili sauce
- 1 tsp. srircha sauce or to taste
- 1 Tbs. granulated sugar
- 2 tsp. cornstarch
- 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 Tbs. Asian sesame oil
Asian Slaw
- 1 cup coarsely grated carrots
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup coarsely grated peeled daikon Japanese white radish, or substitute red radishes
- ยผ cup unseasoned rice vinegar
- ยผ cup granulated sugar
- 2 Tbs. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 Tbs. Asian sesame oil
- ยผ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 4 hoagie buns
Instructions
Make the Sweet Chili Mayo
- To make the Sweet Chili Mayo, combine all the ingredients in a small bowl; cover and chill while you prepare the meatball and slaw.
Prepare the Hoagie Buns
- Slice each hoagie bun horizontally in half. Pull out enough bread from each half to leave a ยฝ-inch thick shell; spray each half with nonstick spray, then toast the until golden brown.
Make the Meatballs
- To make the meatballs, line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; spray the parchment with nonstick spray. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Gently combine all the meatball ingredients together in a large mixing bowl. Using moistened hands, roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs (approx. 1 Tbs. for each), placing them onto prepared baking sheet, about 1-inch apart. Cook the meatballs, uncovered, on the center oven rack for 20-25 minutes or to desired your preferred doneness.
Make the Slaw
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the slaw. In a mixing bowl, toss the carrots, cabbage, and shredded daikon together. Prepare the dressing by whisking together vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, salt, sesame oil and cilantro; pour the prepared dressing over the slaw vegetables in the bowl; toss well.
Assemble the Asian Meatball Subs
- To prepare the meatball subs, spread the Sweet Chili Mayo over each toasted bun; using a slotted spoon, top with the Asian slaw. Nestle the meatballs into the slaw, then top the meatballs with a dollop or two of the Sweet Chili Mayo. Add a bun on top, or eat the subs as an open-face sandwich.
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