MOROCCAN STYLE TURKEY MEATBALLS

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Number Of Ingredients 1

1 batch 2 slices hearty white sandwich bread, torn into 1-inch pieces; 1 ½ teaspoons unflavored gelatin; 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, grated (½ cup); ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 ½teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; Salt and pepper; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 anchovy fillets, rinsed and patted dry; 1 ½ pounds ground turkey; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1 onion, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil;2 tablespoons tomato paste; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; 1 cup chicken broth; ¼ teaspoon saffron threads, crumbled

Steps:

  • 1. Pulse bread in food processor until finely ground, 10 to 15 pulses; transfer bread crumbs to large bowl. Add gelatin, Parmesan, 2 tablespoons cilantro, parsley, 2 teaspoons paprika, cumin, coriander, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne and mix until thoroughly combined. Pulse carrots and anchovies in food processor until carrots are chopped fine, 10 to 15 pulses. Add carrot mixture, turkey, and egg to bowl with bread-crumb mixture and mix with your hands until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture into 16 portions (about 1/4 cup each). Using your hands, roll each portion into ball; transfer meatballs to plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes. 2. Pulse onion in food processor until finely chopped, 10 to 15 pulses. Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add meatballs and cook until well browned all over, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer meatballs to paper towel-lined plate, leaving fat in skillet. 3. Add tomato paste, ginger, and onion to skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until onion is softened, about 4 minutes. Increase heat to high; add broth, saffron, ¼ cup cilantro, remaining 1 teaspoon paprika, and remaining 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; and bring to simmer. Return meatballs to skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until meatballs register 160 degrees, 12 to 15 minutes, turning meatballs once. Transfer meatballs to platter, increase heat to medium-high, and simmer sauce until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Pour sauce over meatballs, garnish with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro, and serve over rice.

Yunus
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This is a great recipe for a beginner cook. It's easy to follow, and the meatballs turn out delicious.


Ezenwa Okechukwu
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can serve the meatballs with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. You can also add different vegetables to the sauce.


Lalala Lisa
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These meatballs are perfect for a party appetizer. They're easy to make, and they're always a hit.


Sayed Ilhan Shah
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. The meatballs are easy to make ahead of time, and they can be served warm or cold.


kareem Bakhash
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I love that this recipe uses ground turkey. It's a healthier option than beef or pork, and it's still just as delicious.


Arshadali Mallah
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These meatballs are a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They're so flavorful that they won't even notice the vegetables.


Ahmad niazi niazi
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but these meatballs were delicious. The spices really helped to flavor the turkey, and the sauce was perfect.


Mokgadi Moeng
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These meatballs are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. The sauce is amazing, and the meatballs are so tender and flavorful.


Raju Arzu
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I made these meatballs for a party, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them! The flavors were perfect, and the meatballs were cooked perfectly.


Isaiah Chavez
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are easy to make and they cook quickly. I served them with rice and vegetables, and it was a healthy and delicious meal.


Fatima Chavez
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These meatballs are amazing! I love the combination of spices, and the sauce is so flavorful. I served them with pasta, and it was a perfect meal.


Opeyemi David
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook turkey, and this recipe was a winner. The meatballs were so flavorful and moist, and the sauce was perfect. I served them over rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Sukornah Jahan
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover turkey. They're easy to make and they taste delicious. I served them with mashed potatoes and gravy, and it was a perfect comfort food meal.


jay yarde
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I was a bit skeptical about using turkey for meatballs, but I was pleasantly surprised. These meatballs were so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.


Nomthandazo Mathafeni
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These meatballs are delicious! I love the combination of spices, and the sauce is to die for. I served them with couscous, and it was a perfect meal.


Raju Mandal
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This was my first time making Moroccan-style turkey meatballs, and they turned out great! The flavors were amazing, and the meatballs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.


Bella Mendoza
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfect. I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shordenay Florinus
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These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! They were so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I served them over rice, and everyone raved about them.