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
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All Boss
[email protected]These meatballs were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.
Roxanne Worlanyo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs were dry and bland.
Dakota Pettit
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I used ground chicken instead of turkey and they were still very moist and flavorful.
Sadia Collection
[email protected]I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
JTLP_12_YT
[email protected]These turkey and rice meatballs were a hit with my family! They were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.