Pistachio-Turkey Meatballs in Orange Sauce
Pistachios and a bright, spicy orange sauce flavored with honey and basil make these mini-meatballs a real party favorite. — Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup chopped pistachios
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 Italian sausage link (4 ounces), casing removed
- SAUCE:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons white wine
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
Reviews
While the meatballs themselves taste fine, I didn't care for the orange sauce at all. I brought the dish to the potluck anyways and I was shocked at how many people liked the dish. I was told the recipe reminded them of thai food. So, while I won't make it again because I didn't like the dish, I was happy that the meatballs were gobbled up by those who enjoyed the unique flavors.
These were really different and everyone enjoyed them! There is a lot of flavors going on with this dish, but it all came together in a nice way. It needed a few tweaks - I increased the salt and added soy sauce to both the meatballs and the sauce and it gave this dish the depth it needed. Will definitely make again.