Indulge in a culinary journey with our enticing turkey balls swimming in a symphony of flavors. These delectable morsels, crafted from ground turkey, are seasoned to perfection and coated in breadcrumbs for a crispy golden-brown exterior. The accompanying sauces elevate the dish to a new realm of taste, offering a choice between a classic pepper sauce, a tangy cranberry sauce, and a creamy mushroom sauce. Each sauce brings its unique charm to the table, complementing the tender turkey balls in perfect harmony. Whether you prefer the bold heat of pepper, the vibrant sweetness of cranberries, or the earthy richness of mushrooms, these turkey balls will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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TURKEY AND CORN MEATBALLS WITH ROASTED PEPPER SAUCE
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the turkey and corn meatballs: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the turkey breast, dark meat, cilantro, green onions, parsley, cumin, bread, egg, corn and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl until well mixed. Form into 3 balls.
- Heat the grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until browned all over, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to the oven and cook to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, about 12 minutes.
- For the roasted pepper sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, saute the roasted peppers, garlic, cilantro, vinegar and salt and pepper to taste in the grapeseed oil until the peppers are soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a blender and puree until smooth. Taste and season.
- For the corn salsa: In a mixing bowl, combine the corn, bell peppers, onions, lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- To serve: Place the pepper sauce on a plate. Add the salsa and then the meatballs. Garnish with some extra cilantro leaves.
TURKEY BALLS & PEPPER SAUCE
The people I work for gave this recipe to me, I am not a huge fan of ground turkey but boy did this recipe change my mind! For saucier meatballs spoon over after cooking instead of before. Serve this over rice or pasta.
Provided by Julia Lynn
Categories Poultry
Time 1h5m
Yield 24 meatballs, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For red pepper sauce: heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat, add the shallots and red peppers, and saute until soft.
- Stir in remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a boil.
- Simmer mixture for 15-20 minutes. Cool slightly then transfer to your blender and blend until smooth.
- For the meatballs: Preheat oven to 350. Mix together all ingredients for the meatballs, seasoning to taste.
- Form the mixture into about 24 walnut sized balls.
- Spread the flour onto a plate and coat the meatballs.
- Heat the oil in a large pan, add the meatballs, and saute until they are golden all over.
- Transfer meatballs to a casserole and pour pepper sauce on top. (If looking for more sauce, like me, pour warm sauce on after baking instead of before. Add some chicken stock to the pan so balls wont dry out.) Bake in preheated oven 20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through. Enjoy!
TURKEY & SWEET CORN MEATBALLS WITH ROASTED PEPPER SAUCE
This is a delicious recipe from a wonderful cookbook called "Ottolenghi: The Cookbook." based on recipes from the famed London restaurant. The meatballs are great served warm or room temperature, on rice, couscous, or noodles, stuffed in a pita, and especially dipped in the sweet and spicy pepper sauce! The instructions are detailed so look long, bu these are actually very easy to make,
Provided by blucoat
Categories Poultry
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a roasting tray, toss peppers with 2 tbsp of the olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, then roast in the oven for 35 minutes or until soft. Transfer the peppers to a bowl and cover with cling film to cool. (You can peel them if you want but it's not necessary.) Place them in a blender or food processor with their roasting juices and add the rest of the sauce ingredients. Process until smooth, then taste and adjust the salt if necessary. Set aside.
- For the meatballs, place a heavy, non-stick frying pan over a high heat and throw in the corn kernels. Toss them in the hot pan for 2-3 minutes until lightly blackened. Remove and leave to cool.
- Soak the bread in cold water for a minute, then squeeze well and crumble into a large bowl. Add all the rest of the ingredients except the sunflower oil and mix well with your hands.
- Pour a 1/5 inch (5mm) depth of sunflower oil into your heavy frying pan. Allow it to heat up well and then fry about a teaspoonful of the turkey mix in it. Remove, let cool a little and then taste. Adjust the amount of salt and pepper in the uncooked mixture to your liking.
- With wet hands, shape the turkey mix into balls, about the size of golf balls. Cook them in small batches in the hot oil, turning them around in the pan until they are golden brown allover. Transfer to an oven tray, place in the oven at 400°F and cook for about 5 minutes. When you press one with your finger, the meat should bounce back. If unsure, break one open to check that it is cooked inside. Serve hot or warm, with the pepper sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.2, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 82.2, Sodium 554.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.7, Protein 22.3
Tips:
- Choose lean ground turkey: This will help reduce the fat content of the turkey balls.
- Use a variety of seasonings: This will give the turkey balls more flavor. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme.
- Don't overcook the turkey balls: This will make them tough. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Serve the turkey balls with a variety of dipping sauces: This will allow your guests to choose their favorite flavor. Some good options include pepper sauce, barbecue sauce, and honey mustard.
Conclusion:
Turkey balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or weeknight dinners. With a little creativity, you can make turkey balls that are sure to please everyone.
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