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Jerk Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce

Jerk Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce: A Tropical Delight

Enjoy Jerk Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce, a quick and flavorful dinner option that's easy to make and transports you directly to the Caribbean.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons Jerk Seasoning Use quality or homemade for best taste
  • 2 stalks Scallions Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated
For the Coconut Curry Sauce
  • 1 can Coconut Milk AROY-D recommended for texture
  • 1 tablespoon Curry Powder Opt for Jamaican-style
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, jerk seasoning, scallions, garlic, ginger, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a plate.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with cooking oil. Add meatballs in a single layer and sear for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add coconut milk, curry powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Serve hot over jasmine rice or quinoa with extra sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For juicy meatballs, avoid over-mixing the pork mixture and always shake the coconut milk before opening for creamy consistency.

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