Keto Cranberry Turkey Stuffing Balls are very delicious and tangy. It is made with the garlic, chicken broth, butter, cranberry extract, dried sage, black pepper, parsley, onion, ground turkey, salt, egg, dried thyme, and almond flour. These simple components are easily available in the markets or in the kitchen. It contains 2 g net carbs in one serving and they are stored for one month in the freezer. Serve this dish with the keto gravy, garlic aioli, or cranberry sauce to make them more flavorful. This recipe utilizes butter so use the oil or vegan butter instead to make this recipe safe for dairy intolerant peoples. This recipe is versatile that we can easily prepare them in the air fryer as well.
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STATS:
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Course: Side Dish
- Serving Size: 3 balls
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Serving: 4
- Diet: Keto
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Bowl
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Skillet
- Mixing spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb. Ground turkey
- ½ cup Almond flour
- 1 Egg
- 2 tbsp. Butter
- ¼ cup Onion
- Half tsp. Black pepper
- Two pieces Garlic
- One teaspoon sage
- One teaspoon Thyme
- 2 tbsp. parsley
- Half tsp. of Salt
- 2 tbsp. Chicken broth
- ½ tsp. Cranberry extract
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Use the chicken broth to add the moisture in these balls. We can also utilize the bone or vegetable broth instead for this purpose.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour is use to combine these balls and it also provide the light nutty flavor. You can also use the crushed pork rinds as an alternative.
BUTTER:
- Butter is use to toss the onions and garlic. It provides the indulgent flavor in the dish. Utilize olive oil or ghee as a substitute.
GROUND TURKEY:
- Ground turkey will help to make the base of these balls. Use the chicken or pork as a substitute.
CRANBERRY EXTRACT:
- Cranberry extract adds a tangy and sweet flavor. Use cherry or raspberry essence or keto cranberry syrup instead.
ONION:
- Onions will provide the indulgent taste and aroma in the dish. We can also utilize the onion powder, green onions, or celery as the onions substitute.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oven at 180° C and put the paper parchment on the tray.
- Then add the butter in the pan and toss the onions & garlic in it till they get aromatic and soft.
- Now mix the ground turkey, eggs, pepper, salt, and almond flour, and herbs in a big vessel.
- Then include the chicken broth, onions and garlic and cranberry extract in it and stir to combine well.
- Make the small balls and put them on dish with space between them.
- Now bake these balls for twenty-five minutes till they get brown.
- Serve the balls.
TIPS:
- Add the tiny bits of celery to give the filling some texture.
- Don’t bake them for very long to keep them moist.
- We must moisten them before making the balls in order to keep the hands from becoming sticky.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS:
- Garlic Aioli
- Ranch Dressing
- Spicy Mayo
SIDES:
- Cauliflower Mash
- Green Beans
- Side Salad
PAIRINGS:
- Keto Gravy
- Turkey Slices
- Cranberry Sauce
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these balls in the tight vessel and store them for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Put them in the freezer-safe vessel and store for 2 months.
FAQs:
Will I leave out the essence?
- The tangy taste of these rolls will be lost if you omit the essence.
Is this cranberry essence ideal for a ketogenic diet?
- Cranberry extract contains taste without any additional carbohydrates or sweets, thus it is perfect for a ketogenic diet.
Can I cook these balls in the air?
- Yes, you may air-fry them at 180 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes.
Is there a strong flavor in this cranberry extract?
- Yes, because of its strong flavor, use it sparingly.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Fats: 13g
Calories: 200 kcal
Serving: 3 balls
Sodium: 300 mg
Fiber: 1.5g
Net Carbs: 2g
Sugar: 0.5g
Proteins: 17g
Total Carbs: 3.5g
