Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs simmered in creamy coconut curry. These tender, flavorful meatballs are infused with aromatic spices and served in a luscious sauce that delights the senses. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp lime juice (fresh)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Mix until well combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with some oil. Cook meatballs for about 10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- In another pan, mix coconut milk, red curry paste, soy sauce, and lime juice; heat until bubbly.
- Add the cooked meatballs to the coconut curry sauce and let simmer for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve over jasmine rice or noodles and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg