Pineapple Curry Meatballs
Elevate your dinner routine with this tantalizing Pineapple Curry Meatballs recipe, where tender, oven-baked meatballs meet a rich, tropical curry sauce brimming with vibrant flavors. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, these perfectly seasoned meatballs are cooked to golden perfection before being simmered in a creamy coconut milk base infused with bold curry paste, tangy lime juice, and sweet pineapple chunks. The subtle sweetness of brown sugar balances the spice, while a hint of soy sauce adds savory depth, creating a dish that's both comforting and exotic. Serve these flavor-packed meatballs over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread, and garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike! Keywords: pineapple curry meatballs, coconut milk curry, tropical meatball recipe, easy weeknight dinner, sweet and savory meatballs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tbsp curry paste (red or yellow)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 4 servings cooked rice or bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the meatball mixture thoroughly but avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and just cooked through. Set aside.
While the meatballs are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the curry paste to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the pineapple chunks to the curry sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the skillet with the curry sauce. Stir gently to coat the meatballs in the sauce.
Simmer the meatballs in the curry sauce for an additional 10 minutes to ensure they absorb the flavors.
Stir in the lime juice and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or soy sauce, if needed.
Serve the pineapple curry meatballs hot over cooked rice or alongside crusty bread.
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.0 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.6 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 745 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 5585 mg | 243% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.2 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.3 g | ||
| Protein | 166.2 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2201 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
