Air-Fried Turkey and Cranberry Meatballs

the Breville Test Kitchen

Air-Fried Turkey and Cranberry Meatballs

Name: Air-Fried Turkey and Cranberry Meatballs
Cook time: 900 s
Total time: 1800 s
Yield: Makes 20
Ingredients: 450 g ground turkey; 2 shallots - finely chopped; ½ cup (30 g) panko breadcrumbs; ½ tsp ground allspice; ¼ tsp ground cinnamon; 1½ tsp kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper - to season; 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley leaves; ½ cup (60 g) dried sweetened cranberries - chopped; 1 large egg; Cooking spray; Mustard - to serve

These turkey and cranberry meatballs strike a tasty balance between savory and sweet. Ground turkey is paired with juicy bits of dried cranberry, then crisped up in the Breville oven, for a satisfying bite. They’re quick, flavorful, and ideal for when you want something a little different from your usual meatball routine.

the Smart Oven™ Air Fryer

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30 mins total time

15 mins active time

Easy

Makes 20

Ingredients

Measurements:

450 g ground turkey
2 shallots
finely chopped
½ cup (30 g) panko breadcrumbs
½ tsp ground allspice
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
1½ tsp kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
to season
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
½ cup (60 g) dried sweetened cranberries
chopped
1 large egg
Cooking spray
Mustard
to serve

Instructions

1
Place all the ingredients into a large bowl. Using your hands, mix to combine.
2
Insert the wire rack into the bottom position. Set the oven to Air Fry, Super Convection, 220°C, for 15 minutes and press Start to preheat. Lightly spray the air fry basket with cooking spray. Meanwhile, continue to the next step.
3
Roll 2 tablespoons of the turkey mixture into balls. Place in the air fry basket, evenly spaced apart.
4
Once preheated, place the roasting pan on the rack to catch any drips during cooking. Insert the basket in the middle position and air fry for 15 minutes.
5
The meatballs should be golden brown and read 74°C when tested with a meat thermometer. If not, air fry them a little longer.
6
Arrange the meatballs on a serving plate. They’re tender, aromatic, and especially good with a dollop of mustard or your favorite dipping sauce.