Thai Red Curry Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Thai Red Curry Turkey Meatballs offer a delicious and aromatic twist to your dinner routine. Ground turkey meatballs infused with fragrant Thai spices are cooked to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy coconut milk and red curry sauce, creating a flavorful and comforting meal that’s simple to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Curry Sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped cilantro, fish sauce, lime juice, garlic powder, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter meatballs, ensuring they are uniform for even cooking.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs carefully and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides evenly and cook through. Once done, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Curry Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the coconut milk, then add the Thai red curry paste, brown sugar, and lime juice. Stir the mixture well and bring to a gentle simmer to combine the flavors.
- Simmer Meatballs in Sauce: Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, gently coating them in the curry sauce. Let them simmer together for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the meatballs to absorb the sauce’s flavors.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs hot, garnished generously with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant finish and added color.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for a more vibrant flavor rather than powdered ginger if possible.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the heat according to your preference.
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used to make this recipe gluten-free.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer the curry sauce a bit longer before adding the meatballs.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or rice noodles to complete the meal.
Keywords: Thai Red Curry, Turkey Meatballs, Coconut Milk, Thai Curry, Asian Inspired Dinner, Ground Turkey Recipe, Easy Weeknight Meal
