Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce, a dish that brings together tender chicken meatballs and a luscious coconut curry sauce. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a comforting yet exotic twist that is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. The rich blend of spices and creamy coconut milk creates a flavor profile that is sure to impress. Serve it over rice or noodles for a fulfilling meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
1 tsp turmeric powder

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, fish sauce, soy sauce, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook the meatballs until browned on all sides (about 10-12 minutes). Set aside.
In the same pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then stir in Thai red curry paste and turmeric powder for an additional minute.
Add the cooked meatballs back into the pan with the curry sauce; gently stir to coat and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added nutrition and flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to the sauce. Adjust spice levels with red chili flakes according to your preference.