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Curry meatballs served in a white bowl with white rice and cilantro with a side of limes

Curry Meatballs

5 from 3 votes
Infused with aromatic spices, bathed in a vibrant coconut curry sauce, and served alongside your choice of rice or noodles.
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Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Healthy, Homemade
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 316kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

  • 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro stems thinly chopped
  • cilantro garnish

Instructions

For the Meatballs:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, chopped onions, minced garlic, curry powder, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, pepper, beaten egg, and chopped cilantro (if using). Mix until well combined.
    1 lb ground turkey, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp curry powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, Salt and pepper to taste, 1 egg, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
  • Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. This will take about 10-12 minutes.
    2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Once cooked, transfer the meatballs to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

For the Sauce:

  • In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté the sliced onions and red bell pepper until they are softened.
    1/2 onion, 1 red bell pepper
  • Add the coconut milk, red curry paste, tomato paste, cilantro stems, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet. Whisk together over medium heat until well combined.
    1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk, 2 tbsp red curry paste, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 cup cilantro stems
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
  • Add the cooked meatballs to the red curry sauce along with the sautéed onions and red bell pepper. Gently toss to coat them evenly.
  • Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the meatballs and vegetables to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  • Remove from heat. Add in the lime juice and mix well. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
    1 tbsp lime juice, Salt to taste
  • Serve the red curry meatballs with vegetables over rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
    cilantro

Nutrition

Serving: 4servings | Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 883mg | Potassium: 623mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2350IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3mg