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Turkey meatball
Calories & nutrition facts
fried
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 198 kcal —
- Protein 27 g 53%
- Carbohydrate 5 g 2%
- Fat 7.7 g 10%
- Saturated fat 1.3 g 7%
- Fibre 0.6 g 2%
- Sugars 0.8 g —
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Questions about Turkey meatball
How do you cook turkey meatballs without drying them out?
For homemade meatballs, mix in grated onion and breadcrumbs soaked in a little milk to help keep them moist. Bake golf-ball-sized meatballs at 200°C (180°C fan) for 20–25 minutes, turning once, and check the centre reaches 75°C.
Can you cook turkey meatballs in tomato sauce?
Yes. Brown raw meatballs in a pan, then simmer them gently in tomato sauce until cooked through; check the centre reaches 75°C. Serve with pasta for a straightforward spaghetti and meatballs supper.
What do you serve with turkey meatballs?
Tomato sauce and spaghetti are a familiar pairing; they also work in a meatball sub with melted cheese, or with mash and gravy for a more traditional-style meal.
How long do cooked turkey meatballs keep in the fridge?
Cool them and refrigerate within 1–2 hours, in a covered container. Eat within 48 hours, and reheat only once until steaming hot throughout.
Can you freeze turkey meatballs?
Yes. Freeze cooked meatballs as soon as they have cooled, then defrost them in the fridge and reheat until steaming hot throughout. Reheat only once.
Are turkey meatballs lower in fat than beef meatballs?
Yes: turkey meatballs have 7.7 g fat per 100 g, compared with 21.1 g in beef meatballs.
Source: BLS (Germany) Y036410 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
