Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
Sauce
- 12 oz tikka masala sauce
Garnish
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure even cooking of the meatballs.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, oats, finely chopped onion, egg, ground ginger, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, about 18 to 20 in total, and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes until they are cooked through and lightly browned.
- Remove from Oven: Carefully take the meatballs out of the oven once baked.
- Simmer in Sauce: Transfer the baked meatballs to a large skillet, pour the tikka masala sauce over them, and simmer on medium heat for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve the tikka masala meatballs hot, ideally with basmati rice, and garnish with fresh cilantro for added flavor and color.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or lean beef if preferred.
- For a gluten-free version, replace old fashioned oats with gluten-free oats or almond flour.
- If you like your sauce spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped green chilies while simmering.
- Ensure the meatballs are fully cooked by checking that internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Low Fat
