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Turkey Meatballs in Arrabiata Sauce

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Juicy turkey meatballs served in a spicy arrabiata sauce, perfect for a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients for Turkey Meatballs in Arrabiata Sauce

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Ground Dark Turkey Meat

0 lb

Parmesan Cheese, finely grated

cups

Sea Salt

teaspoons

Dried Oregano

teaspoons

Flat Leaf Parsley, fresh, chopped

tablespoons

Basil, fresh, chopped

tablespoons

Garlic, minced

cloves

Small Onion, finely diced

each

Olive Oil

tablespoons

Anchovies, minced

each

Crushed Tomatoes, canned

0 oz

How to Make Turkey Meatballs in Arrabiata Sauce

1. Prepare Meatball Mixture

Combine ground turkey meat, Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, sea salt, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, parsley, basil, minced garlic cloves, diced onion, and a large egg in a large bowl. Mix gently and form into meatballs.

2. Sear Meatballs

Heat olive oil in a skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the meatballs until a deep crust forms.

3. Make Arrabiata Sauce

In the same pan, add olive oil if needed and sauté minced anchovies, sliced garlic cloves, and red pepper flakes. Add crushed tomatoes, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and dried oregano, stirring to combine.

4. Cook Meatballs in Sauce

Return the seared meatballs to the pan, nestling them in the sauce. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.

Pitfalls and tips

Choose Quality Meat

Opt for high-quality ground turkey, ideally a mix of breast and thigh meat to ensure a balance of lean and flavorful meatballs.

Tomato Selection

Use high-quality canned San Marzano tomatoes for authenticity and sweetness, crushing them by hand for texture.

Finish in the Sauce

Allow meatballs to finish cooking in the sauce for flavor melding and to ensure they’re fully cooked.

Moisture Content

Use a panade or breadcrumbs and an egg for binding and moisture, with panko soaked in milk for tenderness.

Brown for Flavor

Sear meatballs in a properly heated pan with a mix of olive and neutral oil before adding to the sauce for extra flavor.

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