Turkey Lemongrass Meatballs

By chezus

This easy and budget friendly main dish that is full of flavor while being healthy and affordable.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey, I use ground turkey thighs
• 3/4 cup bread crumbs or panko
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass
• 1 teaspoon (or more for spicier) minced Fresno chili
• 1/2 cup cilantro, minced
• 1/2 cup basil, minced
• 1 egg
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon safflower oil
• 1/2 cup water

Details

Servings 30
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 40mins
Adapted from chezus.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl combine all of the ingredients except the safflower oil and water. Using your hands mix well. Shape the mixture into small meatballs. In a large frying pan over medium low heat, heat the safflower oil. Add the meatballs and cook until golden brown; you may have to cook in batches. Turning with a pair of tongs to evenly brown each side; about 3 minutes per side. After all of the meatballs are cooked, return all of them to the frying pan. Gently pour in the water to loosen any pieces that have cooked onto the pan. Bring the heat up to medium, cover and gently cook until the water is evaporated, about 7 minutes. Serve. Eat.