Thai Meatballs in Curry Sauce

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3

Thai Meatballs in Curry Sauce - A Flavorful Delight

by The Chefin Thai

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

460

Sugar

Fat

37g

Thai Meatballs in Curry Sauce are a classic Thai comfort food that's easy and quick to make. The mix of ingredients in the curry sauce, especially the red curry paste, adds a distinct Thai flavor to the dish that's full of spices and aromatics. The soft and juicy meatballs, coupled with the creamy curry sauce, make for a mouth-watering combination that's sure to please your palate. Thai cuisine prides itself on delivering a balance of flavors - sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and spicy. This dish is no exception as it delivers those flavors in one dish.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, curry paste, and salt.
2.	Use your hands to mix everything well and then shape the mixture into small meatballs.
3.	In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook the meatballs until they are browned on all sides.
4.	Add the coconut milk, water, fish sauce, and brown sugar to the skillet, and stir well.
5.	Reduce the heat to low, and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked.

PROS

Thai Meatballs in Curry Sauce are a perfect blend of spicy, savory, and sweet flavors.

They can be easily prepared at home with a few ingredients and are great for a weeknight dinner.

CONS

Meatballs are high in cholesterol and calories, and when added with curry sauce, they may not be ideal for those looking for low-fat meals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Coconut milk is high in MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides), which can help boost your metabolism, increase energy levels, and improve brain function.
Curry paste contains turmeric, a powerful antioxidant that can help fight inflammation throughout your body.

	1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
	1 lb ground beef
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons panaeng curry paste or 2 tablespoons red curry paste
	1/2 cup water
	1 tablespoon fish sauce
	1 tablespoon brown sugar