Spicy Meatballs Sri Lankan
Discover the bold and vibrant flavors of Spicy Sri Lankan Meatballs, a dish that transforms simple ground meat into an explosion of taste with an array of fragrant spices and herbs. Ground beef (or chicken or pork) is blended with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green chili, then seasoned with earthy cumin, coriander, turmeric, and paprika for a perfect balance of heat and warmth. A hint of lime juice adds a tangy kick, while breadcrumbs and egg bind the mixture into succulent meatballs. Lightly fried to golden perfection, these meatballs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and irresistibly flavorful. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for dinner served with steamed rice, naan, or a zesty dipping sauce. Add an authentic touch of Sri Lankan spice to your weeknight meals with this easy and delicious recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef (or chicken/pork)
- 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
- 1 large Green chili, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Red chili powder
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 4 tbsp Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with chopped red onion, garlic, ginger, green chili, and fresh coriander.
Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, paprika, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
Mix in the breadcrumbs and crack the egg into the bowl. Add the lime juice for a touch of acidity.
Use clean hands to combine the ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is evenly seasoned.
Shape the mixture into small, even-sized balls, about the size of a walnut. You should have approximately 16-18 meatballs.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Fry the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each batch for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Remove the meatballs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Spicy Sri Lankan Meatballs hot with steamed rice, naan, or a tangy dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 169.2 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 4470 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.3 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 109.7 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1933 mg | 41% | |
*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.
