Ingredients
– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1 tablespoon minced garlic
– 1 tablespoon minced ginger
– 1 egg
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon chili paste (adjust to taste)
– 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
– 2 tablespoons red curry paste
– 1 tablespoon fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Sliced green onions, for garnish
– Extra cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Thai Chicken Meatballs in Curry Sauce is a straightforward process. Follow these instructions for a delightful result:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking the meatballs.
2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, minced ginger, egg, soy sauce, chili paste, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
5. Prepare the Curry Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coconut milk and red curry paste, stirring until fully blended.
6. Add Fish Sauce and Lime Juice: Once the sauce has simmered for a couple of minutes, stir in the fish sauce and lime juice. Adjust the flavors to your liking.
7. Combine Meatballs and Sauce: Once the meatballs are done baking, gently add them to the skillet with the curry sauce. Coat them well and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and extra cilantro. Serve warm.
These straightforward steps make preparing Thai Chicken Meatballs in Curry Sauce a breeze and ensure a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g