Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce, a dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your dinner table. Juicy chicken meatballs are infused with aromatic spices and simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, creating a delightful combination that’s both comforting and exotic. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, impressing family and friends alike. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside fresh veggies for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately six servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- Coconut milk (for sauce)
- Neutral oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, red curry paste, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about an inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs until browned on all sides (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion until translucent. Stir in red curry paste and garlic; cook for one minute.
- Add coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg