An easy main dish with plenty of umami, sweetness, and spice, this Teriyaki Meatloaf will be well received at weeknight night family meals and dinner parties alike.

An up-close shot of teriyaki meatloaf with grass-fed beef.

Up until 2 weeks ago, I wasn't a meatloaf person. This Teriyaki Meatloaf Recipe changed all of that, though.

All the raw ingredients for a teriyaki meatloaf in a large glass mixing bowl

Chris, being a meatloaf person, talked about how much he loved it one evening. Considering the amount of soup I make and he doesn't like eating, I figured it was about time I made something that he liked, regardless of me liking it or not.

And before you start thinking I'm some annoying martyr personality, please know that I lasted all of 5 minutes in this headspace before I had resolved myself to figure out a way to make meatloaf that we both enjoyed.

A pinterest pin for teriyaki meatloaf. On the picture is a side shot of two pieces of the meatloaf on a white plate

A few days after our chat, the thought hit me to add teriyaki to meatloaf. Whether this idea came through a tv advertisement for Asian food, someone else's innovative use of teriyaki sauce, or something else completely, I do not know. But I do know that once I started thinking of the umami of the beef melding with the sweet, spicy, and gingery umami of teriyaki sauce, I just couldn't let the idea go.

I wanted the meatloaf recipe to be healthy and I wanted it to come together easily, too. So, instead of using breadcrumbs for a binder, I subbed in cooked rice. I was short on time, so I used the quick-cook rice too, and it did not disappoint.

To that mixture, I added teriyaki sauce, dried ginger and garlic, and a few other Asian pantry staples. After a thorough mix together and a nice bake in the oven, what resulted was a beautiful and flavorful caramelized loaf both Chris and I were going back to seconds on and fighting over for leftovers.

A side angle shot of a loaf pan full of teriyaki meatloaf

This Teriyaki Meatloaf Is...

Juicy
Sweet & Gingery
Savory
Perfect for a crowd
... Or a weeknight dinner
... Or leftovers
... Or however you want to eat it

Whether you're looking to change up your weeknight routine, looking for a new entertaining recipe, or just looking for some new grass-fed ground beef recipes, this healthy meatloaf recipe is for you.

Two pieces of teriyaki meatloaf on a decorative white plate.

How do you keep meatloaf together?

You keep meatloaf together by using binding ingredients like eggs and grains. In this recipe, we will be using eggs and brown rice to bind the meatloaf.

Do you cover meatloaf when you cook it?

Nope, you don't have to cover meatloaf when you cook it. Follow the recipe you are making in case if they have different instructions, but generally, you want to keep the meatloaf uncovered so it can brown properly and the excess moisture can evaporate from the loaf.

What goes well with meatloaf?

There are many things that can go well with this meatloaf. It would be delicious with stir-fried veggies and more brown rice and I've also had it with baked sweet potatoes and steamed broccoli.

Since the meat is sweet and spicy, I recommend serving it with more neutral foods so the flavors don't clash or overwhelm. As long as you stay within these guidelines, you should have success experimenting with whatever sides sound good to you.

What tools do you need to make this teriyaki meatloaf?

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Can you use grass-fed ground meat in meatloaf?

Yes, you certainly can use grass-fed ground beef in meatloaf recipes. This is actually my preferred cut of grass-fed meat because it's the most affordable of all the different cuts.

In meatloaf, grass-fed ground beef offers better flavor as well as a healthier for you fat profile as well!

Like this meatloaf recipe? Check out these other easy and healthy recipes.

If you're looking for a more classic Brown Sugar Meatloaf Recipe, my friend Norine at Norine's Nest has an amazing recipe!

Or, check out my list of my 15 Best Quick & Healthy Dinner Recipes for fast and delicious family-friendly recipes and my complete healthy dinner guide.

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Teriyaki Meatloaf

Name: Teriyaki Meatloaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef (preferably 85% lean, 15% fat); 1/2 cup gluten-free or regular teriyaki sauce; 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice; 4 eggs; 3 tablespoons liquid aminos or soy sauce (use aminos if eating gluten-free); 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried ground ginger; 1 teaspoon dried garlic; 1/4 cup finely diced onion

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Juicy, umami-rich, and gingery teriyaki meatloaf the whole family will love.

To keep this gluten-free, make sure to use gluten-free teriyaki sauce and liquid aminos in place of the soy sauce.

For the quickest preparation, quick-cook brown rice is just fine to use.

If you can fine it and can swing it, grass-fed ground beef is great in this recipe. It's the most affordable way to enjoy grass-fed beef and adds loads of flavor.

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef (preferably 85% lean, 15% fat)
½ cup gluten-free or regular teriyaki sauce
1 ½ cups cooked brown rice
4 eggs
3 tablespoons liquid aminos or soy sauce (use aminos if eating gluten-free)
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried ground ginger
1 teaspoon dried garlic
¼ cup finely diced onion

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and spray an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.

2. Add all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Combine thoroughly with your bare hands or a rubber scraper, until the liquids are absorbed into the meat mixture and the rice is evenly distributed throughout.

3. Move the meat into the loaf pan. Lightly pat it down with your hands so it is even across the top and is worked into the corners.

4. Bake the loaf for 45-50 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted into the center of the loaf register a temperature of 155-160 degrees Fahrenheit.

5. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.

6. Slice the meatloaf into generous 1-inch thick crosswise pieces and serve hot!

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 341Total Fat 18gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 155mgSodium 1566mgCarbohydrates 13gFiber 1gSugar 4gProtein 30g

This nutrition breakdown is just an estimate of the nutritional value of this recipe and cannot be taken as facts. The owners of Mae's Menu are not nutritionists or dieticians and therefore cannot be held accountable for this nutrition estimate. Please contact your nutritionist or medical professional for a nutritional breakdown of this food. Furthermore, this food is not intended to prevent, diagnose, cure, or treat any disease.