Turkish Meatballs
Savor the robust flavors of Turkish Meatballs, a delightful fusion of ground beef and lamb combined with fragrant spices like cumin and paprika. This quick and easy recipe marries tender meat with grated onion, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, all brought together with a touch of egg and soaked breadcrumbs for optimal juiciness. Pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil, these juicy meatball patties are ideal for a hearty dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them alongside fluffy rice, crisp salad, or warm flatbread, and elevate the experience with a dollop of creamy yogurt sauce or tahini. Ready in just 30 minutes, Turkish Meatballs are a flavorful, protein-packed dish that brings a taste of Mediterranean comfort to your table. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams ground beef
- 250 grams ground lamb
- 1 medium, grated yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 4 tablespoons bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the milk and let it soak for 2 minutes until soft. Add this mixture into the meat mixture.
Crack the egg into the bowl, and then add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball, and gently flatten them into oval or round patties.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in batches (do not overcrowd the pan).
Cook each meatball for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
Remove the cooked meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Turkish meatballs warm with a side of rice, salad, or flatbread. Optionally, accompany them with yogurt sauce or tahini for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.0 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.4 g | 227% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 640 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 5025 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 118.8 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2113 mg | 45% | |
*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.
