Turkey and Parmesan meatballs with courgette ribbons
Soft, cheesy turkey meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, piled on silky courgette ribbons.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.05 a head
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the turkey, Parmesan, egg, half the garlic and the oregano in a bowl with plenty of black pepper. Roll into 20 small balls.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and brown the meatballs for 6 minutes, turning, until golden all over.
6 min - 3
Add the remaining garlic, the tomatoes and the purée. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is thick.
15 min - 4
Put the courgette ribbons in a colander and pour over boiling water from the kettle. Drain well, then pat dry.
- 5
Pile the ribbons onto plates, top with meatballs and sauce and scatter with basil.
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