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Creamy Coconut Curry Meatballs

Creamy Coconut Curry Meatballs for Cozy Nights In

Creamy Coconut Curry Meatballs offer a warm, comforting blend of creamy coconut and aromatic curry, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground meat (beef, pork, or turkey)
  • 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg or substitute with flaxseed meal
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or coconut oil
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced additional
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons Red curry paste adjust for spice level
  • 1 can Coconut milk light coconut milk for lower calories
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the meat mixture into small balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs for about 4-5 minutes on all sides.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic and grated ginger over medium heat for about 1 minute. Stir in red curry paste and coconut milk, whisk until smooth, then add soy sauce and lime juice, letting the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes over low heat.
  5. Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro, and serve hot over jasmine rice or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Combine meatball ingredients gently to maintain tenderness. Adjust spice levels as desired, and consider adding heavy cream or peanut butter for richer sauce. Ensure meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F.

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