Turkey Flalafel Meatballs In Spicy Tomato And Black

Name: Turkey Flalafel Meatballs In Spicy Tomato And Black Olvie Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs; 1/3 cup bulgur wheat; 1 lb ground turkey; 1/2 cup hummus; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp cayenne; salt and pepper; 2 T veggie oil; SAUCE:; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 14 1/2 oz cans fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained, liquid reserved; 2 T harissa; 15 pitted kalamatta olives, roughly choppped; juice of 1 lemon; salt and pepper; pitas or cooked rice to serve

Servings: persons

Meatballs
1/3 cup bulgur wheat
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 cup hummus
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp cayenne
salt and pepper
2 T veggie oil
SAUCE:
1 medium onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 14 1/2 oz cans fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained, liquid reserved
2 T harissa
15 pitted kalamatta olives, roughly choppped
juice of 1 lemon
salt and pepper
pitas or cooked rice to serve

1
In a medium bowl, combine the bulgur with enough boiling water to cover, set aside for 10 min. Meanwhile, in another bowl, mix the turkey with the hummus and all of teh spices. Add the soaked bulgur and mix thoroughly. Form into meatballs.
2
In a large skillet, warm the veggie oil ove med high heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towel lined plates.
3
Lower the heat in the pan to med low and add the onions. Cook until translucent, about 2 minutes, and stir in the garlic. Cook for 45 seconds. Add the tomatoes and harissa, and season with salt and pepper. Brint to a simmer, adding small amounts of reserved tomato liquid if necessary. The sauce should be thick but not too dry. Add the black olives, and place meatballs in sauce. Simmer, partially covered, for about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice and serve hot in pita bread or over rice.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Meatballs, 1/3 cup bulgur wheat, 1 lb ground turkey, 1/2 cup hummus, and more.

Yes, Turkey Flalafel Meatballs In Spicy Tomato And Black Olvie Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Turkey Flalafel Meatballs In Spicy Tomato And Black Olvie Sauce

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