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Healthy Thai Turkey Meatballs in Coconut Curry Recipe

Healthy Thai Turkey Meatballs in Coconut Curry Recipe
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This Healthy Thai Turkey Meatballs in Coconut Curry recipe combines tender ground turkey meatballs infused with aromatic Thai spices, baked to perfection and simmered in a rich, creamy coconut curry sauce. This dish is a flavorful, gluten-free, and wholesome meal that pairs perfectly with rice, noodles, or zucchini noodles for a comforting and nutritious dinner.

Ingredients

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Thai Turkey Meatballs:

  • 1 lb organic ground turkey (or substitute ground chicken)
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup gluten-free or grain-free cracker crumbs (crackers broken into breadcrumb-like pieces)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1.5 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste (taste before adding to adjust spiciness)
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Coconut Curry:

  • 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste (taste before adding to adjust spiciness)
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, cracker crumbs, minced garlic, ground ginger, coconut aminos, red curry paste, sea salt, and black pepper. Use a spatula or large fork to mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the egg yolk is evenly blended.
  2. Chill Meatball Mixture: Place the mixed turkey meatball mixture in the refrigerator and chill for 15-30 minutes. This helps the ingredients bind together for easier shaping.
  3. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
  4. Form and Bake Meatballs: Roll the chilled turkey mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls and place them evenly spaced on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the oven for about 18 minutes, or until meatballs are fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
  5. Prepare Coconut Curry Sauce: While the meatballs bake, heat the avocado or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced red bell pepper and diced onion, cooking for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender and golden.
  6. Add Curry Paste and Coconut Milk: Stir in the red curry paste, full-fat coconut milk, and coconut aminos. Mix well and reduce the heat to medium-low, allowing the curry sauce to simmer gently.
  7. Combine Meatballs with Curry: Once the meatballs are baked, add them directly to the skillet with the coconut curry sauce. Let them simmer together for 30-60 minutes if possible to deepen the flavors and allow the meatballs to soak up the delicious curry.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the curry with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve this flavorful dish over your choice of rice, stir-fry noodles, or zucchini noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground chicken for turkey if preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of red curry paste based on your spice tolerance.
  • Use gluten-free crackers to keep the recipe gluten-free.
  • Simmering the meatballs in the curry sauce longer enhances flavor absorption.
  • Serve with jasmine rice, brown rice, noodles, or vegetable noodles like zucchini noodles.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze cooked meatballs without curry sauce for up to 3 months; add fresh sauce when reheating.

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