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Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry

Thai Chicken Meatballs in Coconut Curry for Flavor Lovers

A comforting fusion of Thai chicken meatballs and coconut curry, bursting with flavor and customizable spice levels.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken substitute with ground turkey for similar texture
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs essential for binding
  • 1 large Egg for binder, substitute with flaxseed meal for vegetarian
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated; ground ginger can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce omit for vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped; use as garnish
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped; chives can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil for frying; coconut oil can substitute
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste adjust for spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder for color and flavor
  • 1 can Coconut Milk for creaminess
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh is recommended
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved; diced tomatoes can substitute
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper sliced; use any variety
  • 1 cup Carrots chopped; can substitute with other veggies
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil optional garnish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • tray

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, salt, black pepper, chopped cilantro, and green onions. Mix until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into approximately 1-inch meatballs and place them on a tray.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, sauté finely chopped onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; stir for an additional minute.
  3. Incorporate red curry paste and turmeric; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth, stir until curry paste is dissolved and simmer.
  5. Add fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice; stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and carrots; simmer for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  7. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more fish sauce or lime juice as desired.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Great for meal prep; flavors deepen over time. Adjust spice levels per taste.

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