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Turkey Meatballs with a Minted Yogurt Dipping Sauce (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

Turkey Meatballs with a Minted Yogurt Dipping Sauce (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Turkey Meatballs with a Minted Yogurt Dipping Sauce (Emeril Lagasse)

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Ingredients:

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1 1/2 lb ground turkey
1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, very finely chopped
1 scallion, finely chopped
1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 egg
1 egg yolk
4 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 1/4 tsp salt , plus a pinch
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper , plus 1/8 teaspoon
1 1/4 cups plain whole milk yogurt , preferably greek , drained overnight in a cheesecloth-lined fine mesh sieve
1 lemon , zest finely grated and juiced

Directions:

Place the turkey in a medium mixing bowl and set aside. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a small skillet and, when hot, saute the red onion and scallions until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool slightly, then add to the turkey, along with the garlic, cumin, bread crumbs, heavy cream, egg and egg yolk, 3 tablespoons of the mint, the parsley, 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly. Using a small scoop or spoon, divide the mixture into 1 tablespoon portions and roll into smooth round balls. Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 1 hour.
While the meatballs are chilling, make the dipping sauce. Combine the yogurt, remaining 1 tablespoon of mint, remaining 1/4 teaspoon plus a pinch of salt, remaining1/8 teaspoon of pepper, and lemon zest, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and lemon juice and whisk to combine. Refrigerate until ready to serve the meatballs.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Brush the meatballs with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and bake until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Let the meatballs cool slightly, then serve warm, with the yogurt dipping sauce.
Yield: About 5 1/2 dozen bite-size meatballs, generous 1 cup sauce, serving 6 to 8

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	474.12 Kcal (1985 kJ)
Calories from fat	222.18 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.69g	38%
Cholesterol	172.24mg	57%
Sodium	927.49mg	39%
Potassium	696.47mg	15%
Total Carbs	26.79g	9%
Sugars	10.53g	42%
Dietary Fiber	3.22g	13%
Protein	36.67g	73%
Vitamin C	14.7mg	24%
Vitamin A	0.6mg	20%
Iron	74mg	411%
Calcium	144mg	14%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	165.06 Kcal (691 kJ)
Calories from fat	77.35 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.59g	38%
Cholesterol	59.96mg	57%
Sodium	322.9mg	39%
Potassium	242.48mg	15%
Total Carbs	9.33g	9%
Sugars	3.67g	42%
Dietary Fiber	1.12g	13%
Protein	12.77g	73%
Vitamin C	5.1mg	24%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	20%
Iron	25.8mg	411%
Calcium	50.1mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

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