Pork Free Ginger & Coconut Aminos Turkey Meatball Bites
These little meatball bites pack a serious punch of flavor — fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of turmeric give the turkey a warm, aromatic depth that feels anything but ordinary. Ground turkey keeps things light while still delivering a satisfying, protein-rich bite that holds together beautifully in the oven. Coconut aminos do a lot of heavy lifting here, standing in for soy sauce with a naturally sweet, savory richness that shows up in both the meatball mixture and the glossy finishing glaze. That glaze — thickened with arrowroot starch and brightened with apple cider vinegar and honey — comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop and transforms these bites into something genuinely craveable. Everything gets finished with fresh scallions and cilantro for a pop of color and freshness that makes the whole platter look as good as it tastes. Whether you're putting together a party spread or just want a weeknight protein that doesn't feel boring, these deliver every single time.
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4 servings
For the meatballs
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp cassava flour
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the glaze
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tsp honey
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and brush or rub it with the coconut oil.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, cassava flour, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, ginger, garlic, turmeric, and salt. Mix with your hands until just combined — do not overwork the mixture or the meatballs will be dense.
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