Sweet Chili Sauce Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Sweet Chili Sauce Turkey Meatballs Recipe, where juicy turkey is perfectly blended with aromatic herbs and a tantalizing sweet chili sauce. These meatballs are not only bursting with flavor but also offer a healthy alternative to traditional meatballs, making them an excellent choice for appetizers or main dishes. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, you can serve them over rice, in lettuce wraps, or even as a delicious taco filling. Elevate your gatherings or family dinners with these savory bites that bring a taste of Thailand to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground turkey (93/7% lean)
- 1 small onion (minced)
- 6 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 12 oz sweet chili sauce
- 2 large eggs
- Fresh cilantro and chives
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together sweet chili sauce, lime juice, minced cilantro, diced chives, and crushed red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crumbled soaked bread, ground turkey, minced onion, pressed garlic, grated ginger, eggs, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs using a cookie scoop and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Sear the meatballs in a preheated pan with oil for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and simmer until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (160g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg