There's an air of foreign
travel in these meatballs that make a hearty snack with drinks
or dinner served with rice.
Zesty
Turkey Meatballs with Mint Yogurt Sauce
- 2 cups vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 (15.5-ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed drained and mashed
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon crushed dried oregano
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup plain yogurt
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- In a large deep skillet,
or a deep fryer, heat the oil to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl combine
turkey, garbanzo beans, egg, oregano, paprika, garlic salt, salt
and pepper.
- Form into balls about
the size of a golf ball. Roll in bread crumbs and deep fry until
golden and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine the
yogurt, lemon and mint. Drain the meat balls on paper towels.
Serve with yogurt mixture on the side.
Makes 6 servings.
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