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Turkey Meatball Grinder

This turkey meatball grinder is a nutritious, high-protein take on the classic Italian-American deli favourite. By using lean minced turkey seasoned with fragrant fennel seeds, oregano, and garlic, you achieve a deeply savoury result that feels indulgent yet remains much lighter than traditional beef versions. It is a fantastic option for a filling weekend lunch or a substantial midweek meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Simmered in a rich tomato sauce and tucked into crusty rolls, these sandwiches provide a balanced hit of protein and slow-release carbohydrates. For the best texture, we recommend hollowing out the bread rolls slightly to make plenty of room for the extra sauce and meatballs. If you are preparing these for a picnic or a busy day, wrapping them in foil while warm helps the flavours meld and keeps the bread soft.

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Ingredients for Turkey Meatball Grinder

  • 900g turkey mince

  • 1 onion, grated

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • About 725ml your favourite tomato sauce

  • 8 French rolls (each about 5 inches long and 3 inches wide)

  • or 3 Italian breads (about 15 inches long and 3 inches wide), sliced into 3 pieces each, with the insides pulled out

How to make Turkey Meatball Grinder

  1. Prepare the meatballs: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Form into 24 meatballs, about 1 1D2 inches in diameter.

  2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat and cook the meatballs in batches, shaking the pan occasionally, for about 10 to 12 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Add more oil if necessary. Remove the meatballs to a paper towel to drain.

  3. Warm the tomato sauce over medium heat in another skillet. Add the meatballs and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, spooning sauce over them.

  4. To serve, spoon about 60ml tomato sauce into each roll, coating well; spoon 3 meatballs into each bread. Wrap the sandwiches in foil for the road.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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