Ground turkey meatballs are moist and flavorful, made with herbs and sour cream and tossed with fresh tomatoes and basil. Serve as a main dish or an appetizer.
Ingredients:
For the meatballs
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (thigh meat if available)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons fresh basil, minced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/3 cup flour, for dredging
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
For the sauce
1/2 jalapeño chile, seeded, minced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons white wine or chicken stock
1 1/2 pounds fresh tomatoes, roughly chopped (can substitute a 28-ounce can of crushed tomatoes)
1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
Freshly grated mozzarella or Parmesan cheese, for serving