Creamy Coconut Curry Meatballs Recipe
This Creamy Coconut Curry Meatballs recipe is a flavorful, comforting dish featuring juicy meatballs simmered in a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights, it combines tender meatballs with a spicy and aromatic Asian-inspired sauce made from coconut milk, red curry paste, fresh ginger, and lime, finished with fresh cilantro for a bright touch. Serve over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that’s quick and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 1 lb ground meat (beef, chicken, or turkey)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Curry Sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Make the meatball mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until all ingredients are well incorporated, being careful not to overmix to maintain tender meatballs.
- Form and brown the meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides until they achieve a golden crust. Remove the browned meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
- Make the coconut curry sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and fresh ginger, sautéing briefly until fragrant. Whisk in red curry paste and coconut milk until the sauce is smooth. Stir in soy sauce and lime juice, then let the sauce simmer gently for a few minutes to thicken slightly and develop flavor.
- Simmer the meatballs: Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the curry sauce. Allow them to simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and have absorbed the sauce’s flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the meatballs and serve hot. These meatballs are delicious over jasmine rice, rice noodles, or with crusty bread to soak up the creamy curry sauce.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep the texture tender.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste to control the spice level according to your preference.
- For extra richness, you may add a splash of heavy cream or a spoonful of peanut butter to the curry sauce.
- These meatballs pair well with jasmine rice, rice noodles, or crusty bread for serving.
- You can make the meatballs and sauce ahead of time and reheat gently before serving.
- Meatballs and sauce freeze well when cooled completely; store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- While store-bought meatballs can be used, homemade meatballs provide the best flavor and texture.
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