Seed Oil Free Turmeric Ginger Bison Meatballs
Ground bison brings a rich, slightly sweet depth that pairs beautifully with the warmth of fresh turmeric and ginger, making these meatballs feel anything but ordinary. Every fat source here — garlic-infused olive oil in the mix and extra-virgin olive oil in the drizzle — is a clean, traditional choice with no industrial seed oils anywhere in sight. That matters more than people realize, since so many store-bought meatballs and pre-made sauces quietly sneak in canola, soybean, or sunflower oil. Cassava flour binds everything together without any grain or legume flour, keeping the texture tender and the ingredient list straightforward. The lemon-herb drizzle whisked together at the end is simple but genuinely elevating — bright, grassy, and just acidic enough to cut through the savory spiced meat. These bake at high heat until deeply browned and cooked through, so you get that satisfying crust without ever touching a skillet full of questionable oil. Whether you're serving them over greens, alongside roasted vegetables, or straight off the platter, they 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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