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Savory Turkish Meatballs: Discover this Irresistible Recipe!

Savory Turkish Meatballs are a delicious and flavorful dish made with ground meat, spices, and herbs, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1 small onion finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
  4. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  5. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and let them rest on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  6. Serve warm with yogurt sauce or over rice, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for beef or lamb.
  • Add chopped bell peppers or zucchini to the meat mixture for extra veggies and flavor.

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