Oooo yes — Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs are the perfect mashup of cozy + exotic + absolutely addictive. Think juicy meatballs swimming in a creamy, fragrant coconut curry sauce. Serve with jasmine rice, rice noodles, or even a spoon straight from the pot. Let’s get into it:
🥥 Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs
Ingredients (serves 4–6):
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or chicken (or turkey)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Coconut Curry Sauce:
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or neutral oil
- 1 tbsp red curry paste (or more to taste)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- Juice of ½ lime
- Optional: 1 tsp grated ginger or garlic for extra flavor
To Finish:
- Fresh cilantro or Thai basil
- Sliced red chili (optional)
- Lime wedges
- Cooked jasmine rice or noodles
Instructions:
- Make the Meatballs:
- Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Don’t overwork the meat.
- Form into 1.5-inch balls (about 16–18 meatballs).
- Sear in a skillet with a little oil over medium heat until browned on all sides (they don’t have to be fully cooked — they’ll finish in the sauce). Remove and set aside.
- Make the Curry Sauce:
- In the same skillet, heat coconut oil and sauté curry paste for 1–2 mins until fragrant.
- Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice.
- Add optional garlic or ginger here for extra oomph.
- Bring to a simmer.
- Simmer the Meatballs:
- Add browned meatballs to the sauce.
- Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve It Up:
- Spoon meatballs and sauce over rice or noodles.
- Garnish with herbs, chili, and lime wedges.
💡 Pro Tips:
- Add spinach, snap peas, or red bell pepper to the sauce for a veggie boost.
- Want it creamy-spicy? Stir in a spoonful of peanut butter or a splash of sriracha.
- These reheat beautifully, so they’re great for meal prep or next-day lunch.
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