Dive into the flavors of Mexico with this tantalizing recipe for "Turkey and Rice Meatballs Albondigas"! These scrumptious meatballs are crafted with a harmonious blend of ground turkey, fluffy rice, aromatic spices, and a hint of zesty cilantro. Simmered in a luscious tomato-based sauce, they offer a delectable balance of savory and tangy flavors. Whether you're seeking a hearty main course or an impressive appetizer, these "Turkey and Rice Meatballs Albondigas" will surely captivate your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
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TURKEY AND RICE MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS)
As these turkey and rice meatballs simmer in the sauce, the rice absorbs moisture, swell ups, and creates a relatively tender, moist meatball. I didn't intend this recipe to be a Thanksgiving dinner alternative, but now that I think about it, these could actually work. These are delicious served over saffron basmati rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and oil the surface lightly.
- Mix ground turkey, cooked rice, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, oregano, cayenne, and olive together in a bowl using a fork. Portion mixture with a small scoop (between 1/4 and 1/3 cup) and place on prepared foil-lined baking sheet. Use your (wet) hands to form into round meatballs. Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and prepared tomato sauce in a saucepan. Whisk in creme fraiche, sherry vinegar, and paprika. Transfer meatballs to tomato sauce. Set heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 60 to 90 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash or 2 of broth or water. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1423.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
TURKEY ALBONDIGAS SOUP
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil, garlic, cilantro and 1 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix together the turkey or chicken, egg and cilantro paste. Add the bread crumbs and mix only until combined. Roll into small walnut-sized meatballs in the palms of your hands and place on a tray in the refrigerator.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large stockpot over high heat. Saute the leeks and carrots with the remaining 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper for 2 to 4 minutes. Add the cabbage, jalapenos and tomatoes and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are limp, about 3 minutes longer. Pour in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until nearly smoking. Add the chilled meatballs in batches, shaking the pan to prevent sticking, and brown on all sides. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
- When all the meatballs are browned, transfer to the simmering stock and cook an additional 5 to 10 minutes. Stir in the vinegar and serve hot.
ALBONDIGAS (MEXICAN MEATBALL SOUP) RECIPE BY TASTY
Albondigas is a traditional Mexican soup of beef and turkey meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato and chicken broth. Filled with vegetables and spices, it's hearty and delicious. Don't forget the toppings! Sliced avocado, shaved radishes, cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, and serrano peppers add even more flavor and texture.
Provided by Aleya Zenieris
Categories Lunch
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground turkey, rice, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and cilantro and gently mix together until well combined. Use an ice cream scoop or your hands to shape the meatballs into 1½-inch balls, about the size of a golf ball. You should have about 25 meatballs.
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the canola oil and warm for about 1 minute. Working in batches, add the meatballs in a single layer and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with the remaining meatballs.
- Make the soup: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onion to the pot, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom with a wooden spoon. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Add the cumin, oregano, and ancho chile and continue cooking for another minute, until fragrant.
- Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, salt, pepper, tomatoes and their juices, and stock and stir to combine. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
- Add the meatballs and cook, covered, until cooked through, 15-20 minutes.
- Season the soup with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
- Immediately ladle the soup into bowls, discarding the ancho chile. Top with avocado, radishes, cilantro, queso fresco, serrano peppers, and a generous squeeze of lime juice. Serve with hot sauce on the side.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 753 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 11 grams
TURKEY AND RICE MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS)
As these turkey and rice meatballs simmer in the sauce, the rice absorbs moisture, swell ups, and creates a relatively tender, moist meatball. I didn't intend this recipe to be a Thanksgiving dinner alternative, but now that I think about it, these could actually work. These are delicious served over saffron basmati rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Ground Turkey
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and oil the surface lightly.
- Mix ground turkey, cooked rice, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, oregano, cayenne, and olive together in a bowl using a fork. Portion mixture with a small scoop (between 1/4 and 1/3 cup) and place on prepared foil-lined baking sheet. Use your (wet) hands to form into round meatballs. Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and prepared tomato sauce in a saucepan. Whisk in creme fraiche, sherry vinegar, and paprika. Transfer meatballs to tomato sauce. Set heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 60 to 90 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash or 2 of broth or water. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1423.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
TURKEY AND RICE MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS)
As these turkey and rice meatballs simmer in the sauce, the rice absorbs moisture, swell ups, and creates a relatively tender, moist meatball. I didn't intend this recipe to be a Thanksgiving dinner alternative, but now that I think about it, these could actually work. These are delicious served over saffron basmati rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Ground Turkey
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and oil the surface lightly.
- Mix ground turkey, cooked rice, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, oregano, cayenne, and olive together in a bowl using a fork. Portion mixture with a small scoop (between 1/4 and 1/3 cup) and place on prepared foil-lined baking sheet. Use your (wet) hands to form into round meatballs. Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and prepared tomato sauce in a saucepan. Whisk in creme fraiche, sherry vinegar, and paprika. Transfer meatballs to tomato sauce. Set heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 60 to 90 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash or 2 of broth or water. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1423.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
TURKEY AND RICE MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS)
As these turkey and rice meatballs simmer in the sauce, the rice absorbs moisture, swell ups, and creates a relatively tender, moist meatball. I didn't intend this recipe to be a Thanksgiving dinner alternative, but now that I think about it, these could actually work. These are delicious served over saffron basmati rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Ground Turkey
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and oil the surface lightly.
- Mix ground turkey, cooked rice, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, oregano, cayenne, and olive together in a bowl using a fork. Portion mixture with a small scoop (between 1/4 and 1/3 cup) and place on prepared foil-lined baking sheet. Use your (wet) hands to form into round meatballs. Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and prepared tomato sauce in a saucepan. Whisk in creme fraiche, sherry vinegar, and paprika. Transfer meatballs to tomato sauce. Set heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 60 to 90 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash or 2 of broth or water. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1423.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
TURKEY AND RICE MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS)
As these turkey and rice meatballs simmer in the sauce, the rice absorbs moisture, swell ups, and creates a relatively tender, moist meatball. I didn't intend this recipe to be a Thanksgiving dinner alternative, but now that I think about it, these could actually work. These are delicious served over saffron basmati rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Ground Turkey
Time 2h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and oil the surface lightly.
- Mix ground turkey, cooked rice, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, paprika, cumin, pepper, oregano, cayenne, and olive together in a bowl using a fork. Portion mixture with a small scoop (between 1/4 and 1/3 cup) and place on prepared foil-lined baking sheet. Use your (wet) hands to form into round meatballs. Bake in preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and prepared tomato sauce in a saucepan. Whisk in creme fraiche, sherry vinegar, and paprika. Transfer meatballs to tomato sauce. Set heat to medium high and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer until tender, 60 to 90 minutes. If sauce gets too thick, add a splash or 2 of broth or water. Remove from heat. Stir in parsley, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 105.7 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1423.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
- Cook the meatballs thoroughly. Turkey meatballs should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce. Turkey meatballs are delicious served with tomato sauce, gravy, or even plain yogurt.
Conclusion:
Turkey meatballs are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy ground turkey. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of sauces. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive dish to serve at a party, turkey meatballs are a great option.
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