Thai Turkey Meatballs
Bursting with bold flavors and zesty Thai-inspired ingredients, these Thai Turkey Meatballs are a deliciously healthy twist on classic meatballs. Made with lean ground turkey, fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, zesty lime, and a touch of red curry paste, these baked meatballs deliver a perfect balance of savory and citrusy notes. The easy-to-make soy-lime dipping sauce adds a tangy-sweet finishing touch, perfect for dipping or drizzling. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick appetizer, a satisfying main dish, or even a meal prep favorite. Serve these meatballs with jasmine rice, a crisp salad, or on their own as an irresistible snack. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a cozy night in, these Thai Turkey Meatballs are a flavorful crowd-pleaser you’ll come back to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 stalks green onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.25 cup cilantro
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Finely chop the green onions, garlic, and cilantro. Grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, red curry paste, lime zest, and chopped cilantro. Mix well using your hands or a fork until everything is evenly distributed.
Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Repeat until all the mixture is used, making approximately 20-22 meatballs.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of neutral cooking oil. Sear the meatballs in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, until nicely golden but not fully cooked through. Transfer the seared meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until well combined.
Serve the Thai turkey meatballs warm with the dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 542 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 2743 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 99.6 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
