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Thai Chicken Meatballs

Savory Thai Chicken Meatballs in Creamy Coconut Curry

Indulge in comforting Thai Chicken Meatballs in a creamy coconut curry, a vibrant dish that is both satisfying and nutritious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken can be substituted with turkey or lean beef
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (Minced) preferably fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) preferably fresh
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro (Chopped) fresh or alternatives like basil or parsley
  • to taste Salt & Pepper adjust according to personal taste
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste adjust quantity based on heat tolerance
  • 1 can Coconut Milk use light for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 tablespoon Oil (for browning) olive or coconut oil recommended

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, gently mix ground chicken with minced ginger, garlic, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper, being careful not to overmix.
  2. Using your hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized portions and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches for 5-7 minutes, or until they’re golden brown on all sides, then set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté red curry paste for about 1 minute, then add coconut milk and chicken broth, scraping the pan to incorporate all those delicious bits.
  5. Carefully return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for approximately 15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Plate your luscious meatballs with a bed of rice or noodles, drizzling additional sauce over the top and garnishing with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with lime wedges for a zesty kick.

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