Thai Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
Get ready to savor the bold flavors of **Thai Meatballs with Peanut Sauce**, a dish that combines tender, oven-baked chicken or turkey meatballs with a luscious, creamy peanut butter sauce. Infused with fragrant ginger, garlic, and a touch of fish sauce, these meatballs are packed with authentic Thai-inspired spices. The velvety peanut sauce, made with coconut milk, red curry paste, and a zing of lime juice, adds the perfect balance of sweetness, tanginess, and heat. This recipe is quick and easy, with just 15 minutes of prep time, making it a fantastic option for weeknight dinners or party appetizers. Serve these meatballs over steamed jasmine rice, or alongside fresh veggies for a lighter touch, and garnish with cilantro or crushed peanuts for an extra pop of flavor. Whether you're a fan of Thai cuisine or simply looking for a delicious new recipe to try, these meatballs are sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground chicken or turkey
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1.5 tbsp Soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp Fish sauce
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce (for the peanut sauce)
- 1 tbsp Honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp Red curry paste
- 2 tbsp Water (if needed for thinning sauce)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (for cooking meatballs)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken or turkey, Panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, and chopped cilantro.
Mix the ingredients until fully combined, but do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, honey or brown sugar, and red curry paste.
Whisk the ingredients together and heat until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more lime juice for tanginess, more honey for sweetness).
Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Serve the meatballs drizzled with the peanut sauce, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with additional chopped cilantro, green onions, or crushed peanuts if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 151.3 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 4847 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 133.2 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2239 mg | 48% | |
*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.
