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Turkey meatballs served with steamed rice and parsley
Healthy turkey meatballs with fresh rice

Juicy Turkey Meatballs & Rice

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
Turkey is lean, so meatballs can often dry out. The secret here is the moisture from the breadcrumbs and onion, which steams the meat from the inside. A light yet satisfying classic with a crispy crust and soft center.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 700 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Pot for rice

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Grate the onion and garlic; finely chop parsley.

Tip: Grated onion juice makes meatballs juicier than chopped onion.
2 ✓

Mix meat with egg, crumbs, spices, and onion mix. Knead thoroughly for a few minutes.

Tip: Kneading creates protein strands so balls hold shape.
3 ✓

Form wet hands into balls, flatten slightly.

Tip: Flat discs cook more evenly.
4 ✓

Fry in hot oil over medium heat, 4-5 mins per side, until golden brown.

Tip: Too hot burns outside; too cold soaks up oil.
5 ✓

Rinse rice, add water and salt. Boil, cover, reduce heat to low, steam 15 mins.

Tip: Don't lift lid; keeps steam in.

Recipe FAQ

Why do they fall apart?
Not enough binder (egg/crumbs) or not kneaded enough. Kneading binds the meat proteins.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Turkey (dark meat preferred)
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs (plus more for coating)
  • 1 small Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Rice
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1/2 cup Oil (for frying)