Thai Turkey Meatballs Recipe: A Flavorful and Juicy Delight 🍛✨

Thai Turkey Meatballs are packed with bold Thai flavors, featuring juicy ground turkey, aromatic herbs, and a savory, slightly sweet sauce. These meatballs are perfect for serving over rice or as a delicious appetizer!

Cooking Time ⏳

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4

My Cooking Experience 👩‍🍳

With over 4 years of experience experimenting with global flavors, I’ve mastered these Thai-inspired meatballs. They’re incredibly juicy, full of fresh herbs, and irresistibly delicious! 🍽️💛

Ingredients 🛒

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sriracha (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 green onions, finely sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions 🍽️

1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture 🍖

In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, sriracha, cilantro, green onions, salt, and pepper.

2. Shape and Cook the Meatballs 🍳

Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.

3. Make the Sauce 🥣

In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, lime juice, and a dash of honey. Drizzle over the cooked meatballs for extra flavor.

4. Serve and Enjoy 🍛

Serve hot with jasmine rice or as an appetizer with a side of sweet chili sauce!

Variations 🔄

• Spicy Version: Add extra sriracha or red chili flakes. 🌶️
• Gluten-Free: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs. 🍃
• Extra Herbs: Add Thai basil for an even fresher taste. 🌿

Equipment You’ll Need 🔪

• Mixing bowl
• Frying pan
• Measuring spoons
• Spatula

Why You’ll Love It ❤️

• Healthy & Lean: Made with ground turkey instead of beef.
• Bursting with Flavor: A perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy.
• Quick & Easy: Ready in just 35 minutes.
• Versatile: Great for meal prep or party appetizers.

Nutritional Information 📊

• Calories: ~280 per serving
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fat: 14g
• Fiber: 1g

Conclusion 🏁

These Thai Turkey Meatballs are a flavorful, protein-packed dish that’s quick to prepare and full of delicious Thai-inspired ingredients. Try them today and enjoy a taste of Thailand in your kitchen! 🍛✨

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thai turkey meatballs

Thai Turkey Meatballs are packed with bold Thai flavors, featuring juicy ground turkey, aromatic herbs, and a savory, slightly sweet sauce. These meatballs are perfect for serving over rice or as a delicious appetizer!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: dinner

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tbsp ginger grated
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp sriracha optional
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 2 green onions finely sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Method

 

1. In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, sriracha, cilantro, green onions, salt, and pepper.
2. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. In a separate bowl, mix soy sauce, lime juice, and a dash of honey. Drizzle over the cooked meatballs for extra flavor.
4. Serve hot with jasmine rice or as an appetizer with a side of sweet chili sauce!

Notes

• Spicy Version: Add extra sriracha or red chili flakes. 🌶️
• Gluten-Free: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs. 🍃
• Extra Herbs: Add Thai basil for an even fresher taste. 🌿