Ingredients and Weight:
1 pound ground bison meat
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup diced red bell peppers
1/4 cup diced green bell peppers
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the olive oil. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into small ball-shaped meatballs using your hands or a cookie scoop.
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the meatballs in the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, until they are nicely browned on all sides.
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked meatballs to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 kcal (approx.)
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Spicy and orange-flavored bison meatballs are a creative and flavorful dish.
- The combination of peppers and spices gives this dish a kick, while the orange juice adds a citrusy tang.
- The dish is hearty and perfect for a main course or as part of a larger meal.
User Comments:
- "These bison balls were so tasty! The combination of spices and citrus flavors was outstanding."
- "I love the kick from the peppers and the orange juice added a nice tanginess."
- "This is a great dish for a change from the usual. The bison meatballs were cooked to perfection."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use ground bison meat for this recipe. Do not substitute with other types of ground meat.
- Adjust the spices according to your preference for a spicier or milder dish.
- For best results, use fresh orange juice squeezed from real oranges. Do not use bottled juice.
