Mexican Turkey Meatballs

 

Ingredients

• 500g turkey breast mince
• 50g bread, whizzed into coarse breadcrumbs
• 1tbsp mild chilli powder
• 1tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2tsp ground cumin
• 1/2tsp garlic powder
• 1/2tsp dried oregano
• Calorie-controlled cooking spray
• 1 onion, finely sliced
• 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes
• Fresh coriander leaves, to serve
• 2tbsp 0% fat natural Greek yogurt, to serve

Method

Step 1

Combine the mince, breadcrumbs and half the spices and dried herbs in a bowl. Roll the mixture into 20 balls.

Step 2

Lightly mist a non-stick frying pan with cooking spray. Cook the meatballs over a medium heat, turning occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until browned all over.

Step 3

Set the meatballs aside and mist the pan again. Add the onion, cook for 5 minutes, then add the remaining dried spices and herbs, along with the tomatoes, kidney beans, 125ml water and the meatballs. Stir, then bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked.

Step 4

Serve topped with the coriander and yogurt.