Best 4 Turkey Pork Meatballs Recipes

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Turkey pork meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great source of protein and can be cooked in a variety of ways, making them a perfect option for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer or a hearty main course, turkey pork meatballs are sure to please. With their juicy texture and flavorful ingredients, they are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURKEY & PORK MEATBALLS



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Treat yourself to homemade meatballs, already simmering in sauce, at the end of a busy day. -Suzanne Wagg, Madison, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 slices whole wheat bread
1/2 cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 pound ground turkey
1/4 pound ground pork
1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
Hot cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Pulse bread in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Transfer to a large bowl. Combine bread crumbs with the next 7 ingredients. Add turkey and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into twenty-four 1-1/2-in. balls., Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over top; stir gently. Cook, covered, on low until meatballs are cooked through, 4-5 hours. If desired, serve with hot cooked pasta and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 1049mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

TURKEY AND PORK MEATBALLS WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 pound lean ground turkey
3/4 pound lean ground pork
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 cup fresh, fine bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1 pound ripe plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the turkey and pork in a mixing bowl.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a saucepan. Add the onions and garlic; cook briefly until wilted. Set aside.
  • Combine the bread crumbs and milk in a large bowl. Add the meat, onions and garlic, and the egg, nutmeg, cumin, salt, pepper and parsley. Blend well.
  • Shape the meat into 24 or more meatballs. Set aside.
  • For the sauce, first cut a small x in the core of the tomatoes, drop the tomatoes into boiling water for about 10 seconds and peel the skins. Cut out and discard the core, chop the tomatoes coarsely. There should be about 3 cups.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a saucepan; add the onions. When the onions are wilted, add the garlic. Cook briefly, add the tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 10 minutes stirring occasionally. Remove the bay leaf and the thyme sprig. Set aside.
  • Heat the remaining teaspoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet. Add the meatballs; cook over medium heat, turning them carefully so they brown evenly. Browning should take about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain the fat.
  • Add the tomato sauce to the skillet, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve over noodles.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 267, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 568 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TURKEY AND PORK MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Turkey and Pork Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Erika 3

Categories     Pork

Time 18m

Yield 36 Meatballs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 lb ground pork
2 eggs
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon oregano
2 teaspoons basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup onion, minced
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Mix everything except olive oil together and shape into 36 equally sized meatballs. They will be loose and sticky. Fry in olive oil over medium heat 5-8 minutes, browning on all sides, until done. Serve with your favorite sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373.7, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 146.1, Sodium 263, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 30.2

PORK AND TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound Ground Pork
2 pound Ground Turkey
5 ounce Feta cheese
3 Eggs
3 teaspoons Fennel seeds
1 tablespoon Sea salt
1 tablespoon Oregano/Italian Seasoning
1/3 cup Whole Milk
1 1/2 cup Bread crumbs
3 cloves Garlic
2 tablespoons Olive oil
32 ounces Marinara sauce
1 tablespoons Chili flakes
1/4 cup Chopped parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine crumbled feta with all spices except garlic and eggs and milk, mix in turkey, mix in pork, then add breadcrumbs at end
  • Make 2" meatballs in roasting pan, roast at 550 for 15 minutes, emptying liquid from pan twice.
  • Turn on broiler in oven to brown meatballs.
  • In large frying pan heat olive oil with garlic for 30 seconds. add marinara. heat. add meatballs turning gently to coat and simmer 10 minutes.
  • serve with pasta

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground meat: A combination of ground turkey and ground pork provides a flavorful and moist meatball. You can also use all ground turkey or all ground pork, depending on your preference.
  • Use fresh herbs and spices: Fresh herbs and spices add a lot of flavor to meatballs. Some good choices include parsley, basil, oregano, garlic, and onion.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing the meatball mixture can make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a large skillet or baking sheet: When cooking the meatballs, make sure to use a large skillet or baking sheet so that the meatballs have plenty of room to brown.
  • Cook the meatballs over medium heat: Cooking the meatballs over medium heat helps to prevent them from drying out.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce: Meatballs can be served with a variety of sauces, such as tomato sauce, marinara sauce, or Alfredo sauce.

Conclusion:

Turkey pork meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a party, turkey pork meatballs are a great option.

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