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Jerk Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce Recipe

Jerk Meatballs with Coconut Curry Sauce

A delightful combination of spicy jerk meatballs and creamy coconut curry sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 0.25 cup scallions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste or 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)
  • 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 teaspoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (14 ounces)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, scallions, jerk seasoning, ginger, salt, and pepper until just combined. Avoid overworking the mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
  • Use a medium spring-loaded scooper to form about 20-22 meatballs. Roll them until smooth and place them on a baking sheet or large plate.
  • In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with olive oil. Sear the meatballs in batches until browned and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the meatballs to a clean plate.
  • Discard excess grease from the skillet, then add 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté the shallot until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, then add the sliced bell peppers and cook until softened.
  • Sprinkle the curry powder into the skillet, stir to toast it for about 1 minute, then pour in the coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  • Return the meatballs to the skillet, spoon sauce over each, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
  • Serve the meatballs with coconut curry sauce over rice, garnished with additional sliced scallions for a fresh touch.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meatball mixture.
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