Source: Africa Studio, AdobeStockOf course, turkey meatballs aren't a new dish, but they are a classic that never goes out of style. Moreover, they are very juicy, light, suitable for adults and children, and incredibly easy to prepare. Here are 12 excellent recipes!
1. Pan-Fried Turkey Meatballs
Source: pinterest.comLight meatballs that pair well with any side dish of your choice.
You will need: 300 g ground turkey, 70 g rice, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté until soft. Cook the rice, mince the garlic, and mix all ingredients together. Knead the mixture, season to taste, and form into meatballs. Fry them over medium heat until browned on all sides.
2. Baked Turkey Meatballs
Source: dzen.ruBaked meatballs are the most diet-friendly option.
You will need: 1 kg ground turkey, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 tomato, 100 g tomato paste, 70 g rice, 4 cloves garlic, spices, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Cook the rice until half-done, mince the garlic, finely chop the onion, and grate the carrot. Mix everything with the ground turkey, season to taste, and form into meatballs. Arrange them in a baking dish, placing tomato slices between them. Mix the tomato paste and water, then pour over the meatballs. Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius in the oven.
3. Turkey Meatballs with Rice and Carrots
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruTender meatballs in a tomato-sour cream sauce.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 150 g rice, 200 g carrots, 100 g onion, 1 egg, 500 ml water, 6 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp tomato paste, spices.
Preparation: Cook the rice until half-done. Finely chop the onion, grate the carrot, and sauté. Mix everything with the turkey, add the egg and spices, and form into meatballs. Place them in a baking dish. Mix water, sour cream, and tomato paste, season, and pour over the meatballs. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.
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4. Turkey Meatballs with Vegetables
Source: fotostrana.ruThese meatballs don't even need a side dish – they are a complete meal on their own.
You will need: 600 g ground turkey, 3 tbsp rice, 1 onion, 1 zucchini, 1 courgette, 2 bell peppers, 4 cloves garlic, 500 ml canned tomatoes, 1 tsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp oregano, spices.
Preparation: Dice all vegetables and sauté them together for 7-10 minutes. Thoroughly knead the ground meat, add slightly pre-cooked rice and spices, and form into meatballs.
Add all spices and crushed tomatoes with their juice to the vegetables, simmer for a couple of minutes, then add the meatballs. Bring to a boil and simmer covered over low heat for about 25 minutes.
5. Turkey Meatballs with Gravy
Source: vkusno.mirtesen.ruAlmost like those from kindergarten – instantly brings back memories.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1/2 cup round rice, 120 g onion, 1 egg, 4 tbsp flour, spices, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 2 cups water.
Preparation: Cook the rice until done, pass the onion through a meat grinder, and mix with the ground meat. Add the egg and spices, knead the mixture, form into meatballs, and roll them in 2-3 tablespoons of flour. Fry them until browned on all sides.
Dilute the tomato paste in one cup of water. Separately mix sour cream, a tablespoon of flour, and another cup of water. Pour the tomato mixture over the meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat, then pour in the sour cream mixture and simmer for another 10-15 minutes covered until desired thickness.
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6. Turkey Meatballs with Potatoes
Source: dzen.ruAn original variation on classic meatballs with gravy.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 2 onions, 2 potatoes, 1 carrot, 2 tomatoes, 2 tsp flour, 1.5 cups water, spices.
Preparation: Pass one onion, all the potatoes, and the ground turkey through a meat grinder. Add spices, mix thoroughly, form into meatballs, and place them in a pot. Add 1/2 cup of water and simmer for 20-25 minutes over low heat, covered.
Finely chop the second onion, grate the carrot, and sauté until soft. Add peeled and finely chopped tomatoes, and fry for another 2 minutes. Add flour, stir, pour in one cup of water, bring to a boil, and season to taste. Add the meatballs and simmer everything together for another 6-7 minutes.
7. Turkey Meatballs in Sour Cream
Source: postila.ruEspecially good with a side of boiled rice or potatoes.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 100 g white bread, 2 onions, 2 cloves garlic, 1 carrot, 4 tbsp sour cream, 1 egg, 1 tbsp flour, 1 bay leaf, 0.5 tsp basil, spices.
Preparation: Soak the white bread in water and squeeze it dry. Pass the bread, one onion, and garlic through a meat grinder, and mix them with the ground turkey. Add the egg, basil, and spices, knead, and form into meatballs. Mince the second onion and carrot, and sauté them until golden.
Add a couple of tablespoons of water and simmer for 5 minutes covered. Add flour and spices, and stir. Then add sour cream and 300-350 ml of water. Bring to a boil, add the meatballs and bay leaf. Simmer the meatballs over low heat, covered, for 25-30 minutes.
8. Turkey Meatballs in Tomato with Bell Pepper
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruAnother simple and foolproof meatball recipe for dinner or lunch!
You will need: 1 kg ground turkey, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 bell pepper, 1 tomato, 5 sprigs cilantro, 5 cloves garlic, 70 g rice, 100 ml tomato juice, spices.
Preparation: Cook the rice until half-done, finely chop the onion, grate the carrot, and mix everything with the turkey. Add spices to taste, form into meatballs, and place them in a baking dish. Arrange garlic slices, tomato wedges, bell pepper pieces, and cilantro leaves between them.
Mix tomato sauce, spices, and 100-120 ml of water. Pour over the meatballs and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius, then remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
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9. Cheesy Turkey Meatballs
Source: pinterest.comA golden cheese crust enhances any dish, and meatballs are no exception here.
You will need: 1 kg ground turkey, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 3 tbsp sour cream, 100 g tomato sauce, 70 g rice, 100 g hard cheese, spices, 100 ml water.
Preparation: Cook the rice, mince the onion, grate the carrot, and mix everything with the ground meat. Form into meatballs and place them in a baking dish. Mix water, tomato sauce, sour cream, and spices, and pour over the meatballs. Bake for 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius, covered with foil. Then remove the foil, sprinkle with grated cheese, and return the meatballs to the oven for another 15 minutes.
10. Steamed Turkey Meatballs
Source: dzen.ruThe most diet-friendly meatball option imaginable.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1 egg, 100 g corn, 1 onion, spices.
Preparation: Mince the onion in a blender and mix all ingredients. Knead the mixture, form into meatballs, and steam them for about 30 minutes.
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11. Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Juice
Source: ok.ruAnother simple and winning way to make a sauce for meatballs.
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 egg, 80 g rice, 500 ml tomato juice, spices.
Preparation: Cook the rice until half-done, grate the onion and carrot, and mix them with the ground turkey. Add the egg and spices, form into meatballs, and place them in a baking dish. Bring the tomato juice to a boil, add spices to taste, and reduce for 5-7 minutes. Pour over the meatballs, cover with foil, and bake for about 45-50 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
12. Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini in Cream Sauce
Source: pinterest.comEven simple meatballs can be prepared quite exquisitely!
You will need: 500 g ground turkey, 250 g zucchini, 120 g carrots, 1 egg, 220 ml milk, 60 ml dry white wine, 200 ml cream (20% fat), 150 g hard cheese, 30 g butter, 30 ml vegetable oil, 50 g flour, spices.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess juice, separately grate the carrots, and mix everything with the ground meat. Add the egg, 20 g flour, spices to taste, and mix. Form into meatballs, fry them on all sides until browned in vegetable oil, and place them in a baking dish.
Sauté 30 g of flour in butter. While constantly stirring, first pour in the wine, then the milk and cream. Cook the sauce until it thickens. Add spices to taste and pour over the meatballs. Sprinkle the dish with grated cheese and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.