Description
Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry is a delightful dish that transports your taste buds to Thailand with every bite. These tender meatballs, infused with aromatic spices, are simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, offering an explosion of flavor that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve them over rice or noodles to enjoy a complete meal that brings the tropical vibes right into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons red curry paste
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, breadcrumbs, garlic, ginger, cilantro, salt, and pepper until combined yet light.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides for about 6 minutes.
- In another pot, combine coconut milk and red curry paste over low-medium heat until smooth and fragrant.
- Add the browned meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice before serving hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the meatballs until crispy before adding them to the sauce. - Substitute ground chicken with turkey or beef for different flavor profiles. - Feel free to incorporate veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.