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Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce

Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce for a Tropical Taste Adventure

Meatballs in coconut curry sauce deliver a tropical taste adventure with vibrant flavors and a creamy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Substitute with ground chicken or turkey if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Jerk Seasoning Opt for a homemade blend if you can’t find a store-bought one.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is best.
  • 3 stalks Scallions Chopped; can substitute with chives.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated preferred.
For the Coconut Curry Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Shake well before using.
  • 2 tablespoons Jamaican Curry Powder Substitute with another curry if Jamaican isn’t available.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Can be omitted for lower sugar content.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your personal taste.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with jerk seasoning, scallions, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, and salt. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  2. Shape into meatballs of your preferred size, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the formed meatballs carefully and cook for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove the meatballs and pour in coconut milk and Jamaican curry powder into the skillet. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet and simmer together for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot with jasmine rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality coconut milk for the best flavor. Allow meatballs to rest before serving for optimal tenderness.

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