Emulsifier Free Turmeric Ginger Bison Meatballs
Ground bison brings a rich, slightly sweet depth that pairs beautifully with the brightness of fresh turmeric and ginger, and these oven-baked meatballs deliver on every level. The spice blend — cumin, coriander, black pepper — gives each bite a warm, aromatic backbone without overwhelming the meat. Cassava flour steps in as the binder here, keeping everything together cleanly without any of the processed additives or emulsifying agents that sneak into so many packaged breadcrumbs and fillers. Every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, which makes this recipe a genuinely easy win for anyone navigating labels at the grocery store. The finishing touch is a quick lemon-herb drizzle whisked together while the meatballs roast, adding a zippy, fresh contrast that makes the whole dish feel restaurant-worthy. They come out of a 425°F oven browned and juicy, and that bright parsley-lemon pour-over ties everything together in seconds. Whether you serve them over greens, alongside roasted vegetables, or straight off the platter, these are the kind of meatballs that disappear fast.
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4 servings
For the meatballs
- 1 lb ground bison
- 1 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup cassava flour
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
For the lemon-herb drizzle
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground bison, garlic-infused olive oil, grated turmeric, grated ginger, cumin, coriander, black pepper, salt, egg, cassava flour, and 2 tablespoons parsley. Mix with your hands until just combined — stop as soon as no dry streaks remain.
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