PISTACHIO AND POMEGRANATE MEATBALLS (KUFTEH-YE PESTEH-O ANAR)
Pistachios add their signature flavor to these turkey meatballs. Serve them as wraps with lavash flat bread and plenty of fresh herbs.
Provided by Najmieh Batmanglij
Categories Dinner Lunch Meatball Persian New Year Pistachio turkey Breadcrumbs Herb Cilantro Tarragon Parsley Pomegranate Pomegranate Juice Peanut Free Dairy Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 24-30 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- To make the meatballs: Place all the ingredients, except the ground turkey and egg, in a food processor and pulse until you have a grainy paste. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and add the turkey and egg. Lightly knead with your hands for a few minutes (do not over-mix). Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Generously oil a wide, non-reactive baking dish, large enough to fit 24 meatballs, (about 12 x 14 in/30 x 35 cm) and set aside.
- Remove the turkey mixture from the fridge and shape into walnut-sized balls (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each, using an ice-cream scoop). Place the meatballs in the baking dish and brush well with oil. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, until bottoms of the meatballs are lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, in another mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the glaze.
- Spoon the glaze over the meatballs and bake for another 5 minutes to infuse them with the flavor of pomegranate.
- Garnish with the pomegranate arils and serve warm with the sauce. These meatballs are perfect for wrapping with sprigs of fresh basil in lavash bread or green lettuce.
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Jayden Skillz
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. I love the combination of pistachio and pomegranate. It's so unique and flavorful.
MUHAMMAD SANUSI YA'U ROMEO PIX
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still very flavorful. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.
Md Nur hossn
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of meatballs, but these were surprisingly good. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice touch of flavor. I'll definitely make these again.
Sazan Karkee
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice touch of sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making these again.
Bub Bras
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! They're so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making these again.
Faith Njoroge
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I should have added more liquid to the mixture. The flavor was good, though. I'll try again with a few adjustments.
Hezron Kipkemoi
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. I love the combination of pistachio and pomegranate. It's so unique and flavorful.
Hossen Emon
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still very flavorful. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.
Heriberto Gallardo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of meatballs, but these were surprisingly good. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice touch of flavor. I'll definitely make these again.
Yodit Car
[email protected]These meatballs were delicious! The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice touch of sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making these again.
Renuka Damayanthi
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them! They're so flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making these again.
Bismarck Ronniex
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I should have added more liquid to the mixture. The flavor was good, though. I'll try again with a few adjustments.
Prince Suhail
[email protected]I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. I love the combination of pistachio and pomegranate. It's so unique and flavorful.
Baba Mods
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I used ground turkey instead of beef and they were still very flavorful. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making these again.
Studio My Image
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were surprisingly good. The pistachio and pomegranate added a nice touch of sweetness and tartness. I'll definitely make these again.
Linay Peterson
[email protected]These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of pistachio and pomegranate was unique and delicious, and the meatballs were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making these again.