Meat Recipes

Turkish Meatball Recipe

20 minutes Cook
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If you’re looking for a flavorful and hearty meal, look no further than Turkish meatballs. This dish features juicy and tender meatballs that are packed with traditional Mediterranean flavors. Whether you’re serving them up for a family dinner or a party, these Turkish meatballs are sure to impress your guests.

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Turkish Meatball

Turkish Meatball

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This Turkish meatball recipe is a savory and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and lamb, and seasoned with traditional Mediterranean spices. They are then pan-fried until they are browned and crispy on the outside, and juicy and tender on the inside. Serve them up with some fresh vegetables and yogurt sauce for a complete and satisfying meal.
prep time
15 minutes
cooking time
20 minutes
servings
4-6
total time
35 minutes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl

  • Frying pan or skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef

  • 1 lb. ground lamb

  • 1 large onion, grated

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tbsp. cumin

  • 1 tbsp. paprika

  • 1 tsp. salt

  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper

  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2
Mix the ingredients together until everything is well combined.
3
Using your hands, form the meat mixture into small balls, about 2 inches in diameter.
4
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5
Place the meatballs in the frying pan, and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
6
Remove the meatballs from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
7
Serve the meatballs hot with some fresh vegetables and yogurt sauce.

Notes

It's important to use a combination of ground beef and lamb for the best flavor and texture. You can substitute the breadcrumbs for almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option. If you want to make the meatballs ahead of time, you can refrigerate the uncooked meatballs for up to 24 hours before cooking.
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