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Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry with Garlic Butter Sauce

Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry with Garlic Butter Sauce
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Discover the delightful flavors of Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry with Garlic Butter Sauce. This easy-to-make recipe features tender meatballs infused with aromatic spices and enveloped in a creamy coconut curry sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these meatballs are sure to please everyone at the table. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a comforting meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. Serve over rice, noodles, or in crisp lettuce wraps for a versatile dining experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds ground chicken or ground beef
  • 1–2 tablespoons spicy curry powder
  • 3 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 whole shallot, chopped
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • Chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter
  • 0.25 cups Thai red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 2 whole orange or red bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 cups canned full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 0.5 cups chopped Thai basil or cilantro
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • Limes, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken (or beef), curry powder, tamari, chopped shallot, salt, pepper, and chili flakes; mix well but do not overwork. Shape into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
  2. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add curry paste and ginger; stir until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced bell peppers and sauté until tender. Pour in coconut milk; bring to a simmer.
  5. Add baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in chopped herbs and garlic before serving hot with lime wedges.

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