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Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry

Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry for Cozy Nights

Experience warm and flavorful Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry, a delightful escape from mundane meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Simmer Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken can substitute with turkey or beef
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped, can swap with basil
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs use gluten-free for a gluten-free option
For the Coconut Curry Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk full-fat
  • 2-3 tbsp Red Curry Paste high-quality recommended
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice fresh squeezed
  • optional Vegetable Broth use instead of water

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • medium pot
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped cilantro, and breadcrumbs. Mix gently until fully combined.
  2. With wet hands, roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs, cooking until golden brown, about 6 minutes, turning every 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate pot, combine coconut milk and red curry paste over low to medium heat and stir for 3-4 minutes until smooth.
  5. Gently add the browned meatballs into the curry sauce and simmer on low heat for approximately 10 minutes.
  6. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the pot just before serving and stir gently.
  7. Serve the meatballs and sauce over rice or noodles, garnishing with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best meatball texture, avoid overmixing and maintain medium heat when browning.

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