Description
Zesty Asian turkey meatballs deliver a protein-packed punch of flavor without compromising ketogenic nutrition goals. Lean ground turkey combined with aromatic spices creates a delectable meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 450g / 1 lb Ground turkey
Dry Ingredients:
- 15g / ½ oz Pork rinds (crushed) or 30g / ¼ cup Almond flour
- 5g / 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5g / ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5g / ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5g / ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
Wet Ingredients and Seasonings:
- 1 Large egg
- 1 Medium green onion (sliced thinly)
- 15ml / 1 tablespoon Coconut aminos
- 2.5ml / ½ teaspoon Blackstrap molasses (optional)
- 80ml / ⅓ cup Coconut aminos
- 5ml / 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2.5ml / ½ teaspoon Blackstrap molasses (optional)
Instructions
- Carefully calibrate the oven temperature to 200°C / 400°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly combine all meatball components except ground turkey, ensuring an even distribution of seasonings and binding ingredients.
- Gently fold the ground turkey into the mixture, using a light touch to maintain a tender texture and prevent compacting the meat, which could result in dense meatballs.
- Utilize a precise cookie scoop to create uniform 2.5cm / 1-inch meatballs, strategically positioning them on the prepared baking sheet with adequate spacing.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and roast the meatballs for 10 minutes, ensuring they are just cooked through but not overdone.
- Activate the broiler or grill function and continue cooking for an additional 1-3 minutes to achieve a delicate golden-brown exterior with appealing caramelization.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the sauce by whisking the ingredients together in a compact saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer the sauce, stirring intermittently, for 10-15 minutes until it reaches a luxurious, slightly thickened consistency, remembering that it will continue to condense as it cools.
- Once meatballs are fully cooked, transfer them to the saucepan and gently coat each piece, ensuring an even and thorough sauce coverage.
- Present the meatballs on a serving platter, garnishing with a sprinkle of finely chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds for an enhanced visual and flavor profile.
Notes
- Capture the perfect shape by using a cookie scoop, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Keep the meat mixture light and tender by mixing ingredients gently, stopping just as they combine.
- Create a restaurant-worthy finish by broiling briefly after baking to achieve a golden-brown exterior.
- Allow the sauce to develop rich flavors while simmering, remembering it will naturally thicken upon cooling.
- Maximize flavor and texture by serving meatballs immediately, storing sauce separately if needed for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 247
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5.6g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 335mg