Albondigas de Pavo (Spanish Style Turkey Meatballs) Recipe National from www.eatturkey.org
Introduction
If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, then you need to try making albondigas de pavo, or turkey meatballs. This traditional Mexican dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be loved by everyone in your family.
Ingredients
To make albondigas de pavo, you'll need the following ingredients:
1 pound ground turkey
1/2 cup cooked white rice
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced white onion
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooked rice, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, onion, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. 2. Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs. 3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. 4. Transfer the meatballs to a plate and set aside. 5. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, parsley, mint, and dill. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. 6. Add the carrots, celery, onion, salt, and pepper. Allow the vegetables to cook for 10 minutes, or until they are tender. 7. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until they are fully cooked. 8. Serve hot with your favorite side dish.
Nutrition
Here's the nutritional information for one serving of albondigas de pavo:
Calories: 237
Protein: 16 g
Fat: 12 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 883 mg
Conclusion
As you can see, making albondigas de pavo is easy and can be done in just a few steps. The combination of turkey meatballs and flavorful broth makes this dish a winner for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for your family or hosting a party, this dish is sure to impress. So why not give it a try and see what all the fuss is about?
