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Turkey Meatball Skewers with Cinnamon, Coriander, and Cumin
Serves 6
Fragrant flavours of cinnamon, coriander, and cumin lend a warm spiciness to these meatball skewers made from ground turkey. Serve them on their own as part of a larger meal, or take them a step further by adding some grilled veggies and wrapping them in a pita for a portable handheld meal.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) ground turkey thigh meat
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) coriander
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cumin
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped curly parsley
- 1 organic egg, lightly beaten
- 3 Tbsp (45 mL) ground rolled oats (see tip)
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
Directions
01
In medium-sized bowl, combine all ingredients with fork. Using a tablespoon measure, or a melon baller or cookie scoop of same size, scoop and roll mixture into balls. Refrigerate until ready to cook, up to 4 hours.
02
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to cooking. When ready to grill, place 4 balls on each of 6 moistened wooden skewers. Wipe any excess turkey from tip of the skewer with a small piece of kitchen roll or clean cloth. Grill skewers on grill preheated to 350 F (180 C), with lid closed, for approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 F (75 C). Serve immediately.
