Turkey Meatballs and Peanut Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these tender and flavorful Turkey Meatballs paired with a rich, creamy Peanut Sauce. Made from lean ground turkey enhanced with fresh garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, these perfectly baked meatballs are both juicy and packed with savory goodness. The luscious peanut sauce, featuring coconut milk, lime juice, and a hint of spice, brings a silky, nutty kick that’s irresistibly indulgent. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is versatile enough to serve as a satisfying main course with rice or veggies, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and extra flavor! Perfect for anyone seeking a quick, healthy meal packed with global flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground turkey
• 60 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, freshly grated
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 3 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Cooking oil
• 120 g Peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
• 180 ml Coconut milk
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Fish sauce
• 1 tsp Chili paste or sriracha (optional, for heat)
• 60 ml Water
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Form the mixture into small, evenly-sized meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 5

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, brown sugar, fish sauce, chili paste (if using), and water.

Step 6

Whisk the sauce ingredients together and heat gently until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are fully cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 8

Serve the turkey meatballs with the warm peanut sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Enjoy this dish as a main course with rice or vegetables, or as a delicious appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1157.4 grams (1157.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2170

Total Fat 135.30g	173%
Saturated Fat 29.20g	146%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 5651mg	246%
Total Carbohydrate 114.10g	41%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 39.70g
Protein 141.00g	282%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 1376mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 20.4%