Thai Turkey Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Additional Time
15 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Thai Turkey Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce
Description
The meatballs combine ground turkey or chicken with egg, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, ginger, red curry paste, fish sauce (or soy sauce), salt, and pepper. After mixing and chilling to develop flavors and soften breadcrumbs, the mixture is shaped into 1-inch balls and baked at 400°F. A brief broil crisps the exterior without drying out the interior.
Meanwhile, the curry sauce is prepared by sautéeing sliced red bell pepper and yellow onion with ginger and red curry paste in canola oil, then simmering with unsweetened canned coconut milk, fish sauce, and brown sugar. The sauce is vibrant and creamy with a gentle heat and sweetness typical of Thai flavors.
After baking, the meatballs are combined into the coconut curry sauce and garnished with chopped cilantro. A serving portion is generally four meatballs with sauce, making for a balanced entrée. The dish offers aromatic layers, with a contrast between the tender yet firm meatballs and smooth, spiced sauce, suitable for serving with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
For the Thai Meatballs
- 1 pound ground chicken or ground turkey
- 1 egg
- 1 cup panko
- ½ cup green onion minced
- 3 cloves garlic pressed
- 1 ½ tablespoons ginger grated or paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Coconut Curry Sauce
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- ½ red bell pepper sliced
- ½ yellow onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 1 13.5 ounce coconut milk unsweetened, canned
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- cilantro for garnish, chopped
Instructions
For the Baked Turkey Meatballs
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In large bowl, combine the ground turkey or chicken with the egg, panko breadcrumbs, green onion, garlic, fish sauce, ginger, red curry paste, and salt and pepper. Use a whisk to break the egg yolk and lightly fold the ingredients together. Gently knead the mix with damp hands until incorporated. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 15 minutes for the breadcrumbs to soften, up to overnight.
- Use a small scoop to form the meatballs into 1-inch balls and place on a cutting board. Dampen your hands and lightly shape and roll the meatballs between your palms and place evenly spaced on the baking sheet. Bake until no longer pink inside, about 20 minutes, then broil on high for another 5-10 minutes for a deliciously crispy crust. Remove from the oven and add to the coconut curry sauce.
For the Curry Coconut Sauce
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the coconut curry sauce. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium high heat. Add the onions and red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often. Stir in the ginger and and red curry paste and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring often so the vegetables don't burn but become soft and fragrant.
- Add the coconut milk and add the brown sugar and fish sauce or soy sauce and stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes then add the meatballs to the sauce and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste for seasoning and if it needs more salt, add a dash or two more fish sauce or soy sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Each serving includes approximately four meatballs accompanied by the coconut curry sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 995mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 521mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1240IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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