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Aromatic Thai Red Curry Meatballs Recipe

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This aromatic Thai red curry meatballs recipe features tender ground chicken meatballs baked to golden perfection and simmered in a flavorful coconut milk-based red curry sauce with fresh vegetables. It's an easy, vibrant dish perfect for a comforting dinner served with jasmine rice or rice noodles.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

For the Curry Sauce:

  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup snap peas (or your choice of vegetables)
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken or turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, cilantro, ginger, garlic, fish sauce, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the coconut milk and stir in the red curry paste. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the Flavor: Stir in the fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Add the sliced red bell pepper and snap peas, cooking until the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
  6. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Once the meatballs are cooked, carefully transfer them into the sauce, coating each meatball with the aromatic curry sauce. Allow everything to simmer together for another 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles, and lime wedges on the side for extra zest.

Notes

  • Substitute ground turkey for chicken if preferred for a leaner option.
  • Panko breadcrumbs help keep the meatballs light and tender; regular breadcrumbs can be used if unavailable.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes according to your heat preference.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer it a few minutes longer before adding meatballs.
  • Fresh basil leaves add authentic aroma; Thai basil can be used for extra flavor.
  • Serve with jasmine rice or rice noodles to soak up the delicious curry sauce.

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