Turkey Breakfast Balls
Juicy easy turkey breakfast balls with simple spices, perfect for frying or baking. Easy to make, gluten-free, and packed with flavour for a wholesome start!
Ingredients
- 500 g ground turkey (85/15) Use 93/7 turkey for a leaner version but add 1 tsp olive oil for moisture.
- 1 tsp garlic powder 1 clove.
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried sage .
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, thyme, oregano, and sage. Use your hands to combine until everything is evenly distributed.
- Roll the mixture into 12 evenly-sized balls (around 1-2 tablespoons each).
- Option 1 fry: Divide the balls into two or three batches and fry one batch at a time. Fry each batch in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and no longer pink in the centre (approximately 6 to 8 minutes). Check with a temperature that at the centre the patties reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Option 2 bake: Place the turkey balls on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between them. Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides, or store for later (details below).