Description
Sweet Chili Sauce Turkey Meatballs are a delicious fusion of Thai-inspired flavors and classic comfort food. These tender meatballs are packed with juicy ground turkey, aromatic herbs, and a delightful sweet chili sauce that balances sweetness with a hint of spice. Perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer at a gathering or served over rice for a cozy family dinner—these meatballs are sure to please both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and healthier than traditional meatballs, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to add a tasty twist to their meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs ground turkey (93/7% lean)
- 1 small onion (minced)
- 6 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 2 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 12 oz sweet chili sauce
- 2 large eggs
- Fresh herbs: cilantro and chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven-safe pan over medium heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, cilantro, chives, and crushed red pepper flakes; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crumbled soaked bread, ground turkey, minced onion, garlic, ginger, eggs, salt, and red pepper flakes until well mixed.
- Use a cookie scoop to form equal-sized meatballs and place them on parchment paper.
- Sear the meatballs in the preheated pan for about 2 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the meatballs and ensure they are well-coated before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (56g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg