Whiskey Glazed Turkey Meatballs

8 oz ground turkey (250 g)
1/3 cup Only Oats™ Quick Oat Flakes (75 mL)
1/3 cup finely chopped green onion, green and white parts (75 mL)
1 medium jalapeno chili pepper, finely chopped (with seeds)
2 egg whites
1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper (1 mL)
2 Tbsp canola oil (30 mL)

Glaze:

2 Tbsp Bourbon or Canadian whiskey (30 mL)
2 tsp packed brown sugar substitute blend (10 mL)

1. In medium bowl, combine turkey, Only Oats™ Quick Oat Flakes, green onion, chili pepper, egg whites, pepper and 1 Tbsp (15 mL) of canola oil and shape into 24 small meatballs (about 1 Tbsp/15 mL each).

2. Heat 1 Tbsp (15 mL) canola oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs 6 minutes or until no longer pink in center, turning frequently.

3. Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together bourbon and sugar substitute.

4. Pour glaze over meatballs in skillet and cook 15 seconds, stirring gently until well coated. Serve with wooden picks.

Yield: 6 servings.

Last updated on September 28, 2011 by Avena Foods