Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce
Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce is a heartwarming dish that beautifully marries the savory goodness of chicken meatballs with a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, delivering an explosion of flavors with every bite. With the aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, and Thai red curry paste, these meatballs offer a delightful culinary experience. Whether served over fluffy rice or enjoyed on their own, this dish is sure to become a favorite among kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- Coconut milk (optional for sauce)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasonings. Mix until just combined.
- Form into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs until browned and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
- In the same pan, sauté minced garlic with Thai red curry paste until fragrant. Add coconut milk if desired to create a creamy sauce.
- Return meatballs to the pan and simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the meatball mix. Adjust spice levels by modifying chili flakes according to preference. Substitute ground turkey or pork for different flavor profiles.