Moroccan Style Turkey Spaghetti & Meatballs

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1
Moroccan Style Turkey Spaghetti & Meatballs
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
1 tablespoon fresh parsley , finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro , finely chopped
1/2 medium red onion , chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 egg
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup flour ( to coat )
300 g spaghetti
1 red onion , finely chopped
3 garlic cloves , crushed
1 cup mushroom , sliced
1/2 green pepper , cubed
1/2 yellow pepper , cubed
1/2 red pepper , cubed
28 ounces chopped tomatoes , from a can
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 ounces chickpeas , from a can , drained and rinsed
1/2 cup fresh parsley , roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , roughly chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
584
Sugar
10g
Fat
25g
Moroccan-style turkey spaghetti & meatballs is a fusion recipe that combines the traditional Italian dish with Moroccan flavors. The dish features meatballs made from ground turkey and a flavorful sauce made with cinnamon, cumin, and turmeric. The addition of chickpeas to the sauce adds a bit of texture and complements the spices perfectly. This is a great recipe for those looking to try something new with spaghetti and meatballs while still keeping it familiar.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together ground turkey, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, chopped red onion, paprika, cumin, turmeric, black pepper, egg, and dry breadcrumbs until well combined.
2.Form mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and coat with flour.
3.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook meatballs until browned on all sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
4.Using the same skillet, sauté chopped red onion, garlic, mushroom, green pepper, yellow pepper, and red pepper over medium heat until tender.
5.Add canned chopped tomatoes, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
6.Add cooked meatballs and canned chickpeas to the skillet and cook over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7.Cook spaghetti according to package instructions and serve with meatballs and sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley and cilantro.

PROS

This dish is a great way to enjoy spaghetti and meatballs in a new and flavorful way.
The spices used in the meatballs and sauce give the dish a unique and delicious taste.

CONS

The preparation time for this dish is longer than some other spaghetti and meatball recipes, but the end result is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a great source of lean protein, and incorporating chickpeas into the dish increases the fiber content and adds essential vitamins and minerals to the meal. The spices used in this dish also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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