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Ingredients
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- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ small white or yellow onion, finely grated
- 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine egg, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Add the grated onion and mix until it forms a paste.
- Gently fold in ground turkey, mix until combined but do not overmix.
- Scoop uniform portions and roll them into balls.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add meatballs without moving them for 3-5 minutes.
- Brown all sides, then add marinara sauce, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- For baking, transfer browned meatballs to a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-25 minutes.
- For air frying, place in an air fryer at 350°F for 9-13 minutes.
Notes
Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil for enhanced flavor.
Ensure meatballs are uniform in size for even cooking.
Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Baking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 120