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Buffalo Party Bowl with Turkey Meatballs

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A flavorful and lighter twist on traditional buffalo wings featuring spicy turkey meatballs and a creamy tahini-citrus sauce, perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (preferably lean, 93% lean works well)
  • 1/2 cup (50g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup (15g) finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot preferred)
  • 3 tbsp (45g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1/3 cup (80g) tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) orange juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2–3 tbsp (30-45ml) warm water
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • Chopped green onions and fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped parsley, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls (about 18 meatballs) and arrange spaced out on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. While meatballs bake, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, and honey to make the buffalo sauce.
  6. Toss the cooked meatballs gently in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, orange juice, minced garlic, and salt. Gradually add warm water until the sauce is smooth and drizzle-able.
  8. Assemble the bowl starting with cooked brown rice or quinoa, then layer shredded romaine, diced celery, shredded carrots, buffalo turkey meatballs, and drizzle with tahini-citrus sauce. Garnish with green onions and cilantro if desired.
  9. Serve immediately while meatballs are warm and sauce is vibrant.

Notes

Do not overmix the turkey mixture to keep meatballs tender. Use panko breadcrumbs for lighter texture. Check internal temperature to ensure meatballs are cooked through. Whisk tahini well and add warm water gradually to avoid lumps. For crispier meatballs, sear in a hot skillet before baking. Leftovers reheat well with extra buffalo sauce or tahini drizzle.

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Keywords: buffalo, turkey meatballs, tahini-citrus sauce, game day, party bowl, spicy, healthy, easy recipe

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