Spicy Leek Meatballs

Prep Time
15 minutes

Prep Notes
n/a

Cooking Time
15 minutes

Yields
4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground turkey or ground beef
• 1 1/2 cups minced leeks (white and light green part only, about one bunch)
• 2 fresh chili peppers, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
• 2 tbsps flour
• 2 tbsps sesame oil
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Place all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
2. Knead well by hand until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
3. Divide the mixture into 10 to 12 equal portions, about 1/4 cup each. Roll each portion into a ball.
4. Heat the cooking oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
5. Add meatballs and pan-fry, covered, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
6. Drain on paper towel.
7. Serve warm.

Notes

• Serve over a bed of simple steamed greens.