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Paleo Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs

Paleo Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs

Paleo Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs are a quick and delicious dish, perfect for weeknight dinners! Enjoy tender meatballs in a creamy coconut curry sauce in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish, Paleo
Cuisine Thai
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef - or chicken
  • 1/4 cup almond flour - for binding
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger - minced
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro - chopped
  • 1 large egg - for binding
  • 1 teaspoon salt - to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper - to taste
  • 1 can 13.5 oz coconut milk - for the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste - adjust to preference
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice - freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce - for depth of flavor
  • 1 cup vegetables - bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas, optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, ginger, garlic, cilantro, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs about 1-2 inches in diameter and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until cooked through.
  • While the meatballs are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add coconut milk, red curry paste, lime juice, and fish sauce, stirring until well combined.
  • Add vegetables to the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
  • Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the skillet and coat them in the coconut curry sauce.
  • Serve warm and enjoy with cauliflower rice or your choice of side.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more red curry paste. You can also substitute ground chicken or turkey for the beef for a lighter option.
Serve with cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
Make-ahead tip: Prepare the meatballs in advance and freeze. Just cook them directly from frozen!

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Coconut Curry, Gluten-free, paleo recipes, Thai meatballs
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