Sudanese Kufta (meatballs) with ground turkey

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground lamb

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground lamb provides a distinct flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more cost-effective.

parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: kale

Spinach offers similar nutrients and is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are a healthier binder.

Add ground turkey, 1/2 onion, 3 garlic cloves, cumin, salt, pepper, and water to a blender.

Blend until well combined, ensuring the mixture is not too watery.

Form the blended mixture into meatballs.

Heat oil in a pan and sear the meatballs until browned on both sides.

Lower the heat and cover the pan to finish cooking.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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