Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe (Thai)

Plate covered half Thai turkey meatballs and half chopped Asian salad, plus a black ramekin of dipping sauce.

Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe (Thai)

This lean oven baked turkey meatballs (or chicken meatballs!) recipe is bursting with simple but vibrant Asian-inspired ingredients like fish sauce, fresh basil and lemongrass. Serve tender, juicy and flavorful Thai turkey meatballs with dipping sauces for a snack or fun and delicious main dish!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Thai

Servings: meatballs

Calories: 43kcal

Author: Sommer Collier

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds ground turkey or chicken
1 cup panko breadcrumbs GF panko, or almond flour
2 large eggs
½ cup chopped scallions
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons fish sauce paleo
2 tablespoons chopped lemongrass fresh, paste, or freeze-dried
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or olive oil

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set out a large mixing bowl. Add the ground turkey, almond flour, eggs, scallions, basil, garlic, fish sauce, lemongrass, and crushed red pepper. Mix until well combined with a smooth texture. (Don't overmix!)
Use a 1.5 tablespoon scoop to portion out balls. Gently roll the balls and lay them on a baking sheet. The meat mixture will be very soft and sticky, so try not to roll the balls too much.
Once all the balls are formed. Warm the coconut oil, then drizzle it over the tops of the meatballs.
Place the meatballs in the oven for 10 minutes. Then flip each meatballs and place back in the oven for another 10 minutes. Serve warm.

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Notes

Storing Leftovers - Let the meatballs cool before transferring to an airtight container. They'll keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezing - These meatballs are great to make ahead and freeze! Cool them completely after baking, then transfer to an airtight freezer-safe container (if using a ziploc, be sure to squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing the bag). Freeze for up to 3 months, and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Reheating - Reheat leftovers in the microwave in short 20-second bursts at 50% power until warmed throughout. You can also bake them in the oven for 10 minutes or so at 350 degrees; or reheat them in a 350 degree air fryer for 3-4 minutes.

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