CHICKEN MEATBALLS AND SPICY PEANUT SAUCE

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This dish turned out perfect with my minor additions in order to suit our tastes, adding the optional "heat" of Sambal Oelek, which I would strongly recommend. The coconut milk tends to lessen the intensity of the heat. I did not use low sodium products as originally suggested, but it's an option. Mixture is very wet to work with. You may want to spray your hands with oil to prevent the meat from sticking to your hands. I got 20 medium size meatballs using a 1/8 cup measure. Recipe by: Family Circle Magazine, April 2013

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground chicken
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs, I used a combo of fresh and dry
1/2 cup finely diced onion
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/3 cup cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste this adds heat
1 1/2 teaspoons grated ginger, divided 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup light coconut milk, I used regular
1/3 cup chunky peanut butter, I used plain
1 cup chicken broth, low sodium if desired
2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium if desired
1 -2 tablespoon sambal oelek, for added heat (to taste)
2 tablespoons cilantro (to garnish)
2 tablespoons scallions, sliced for garnish
3 cups cooked basmati rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine onion*, red pepper*, cilantro, egg, salt, cayenne and 1 teaspoon of the ginger, then add bread crumbs and chicken, combine well with spoon or hands. *I pulsed the pepper and onion in the food processor until fine, then used a paper towel blotting to remove excess moisture.
  • Mix well and form into 20 meatballs. I used a 1/8 C measure or medium cookie scoop.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the oil to a large saute pan over medium heat. Add half the meatballs and brown on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes total; remove to a plate. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon oil, if necessary, and remaining meatballs; set aside. Drain off any excess oil.
  • In same pan, combine coconut milk, peanut butter, chicken broth, soy sauce and remaining 1/2 teaspoon ginger and Sambal Oelek if using. Stir constantly over medium heat to melt peanut butter.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook 2 to 3 minutes, until slightly thickened. Add meatballs to sauce, cover pan and cook 5 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through. I let them simmer for about 30 minutes. Check for seasoning.
  • Serve meatballs and peanut sauce over rice. Garnish with cilantro and green onion, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 608.7, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 144, Sodium 1273.3, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.8, Protein 34.2

Aaisha Limbu
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These meatballs were a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them.


Johara Khatun
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually really good. The peanut sauce was especially tasty.


rashid rofi
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These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Ashley Ramirez Trinidad
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so flavorful and the peanut sauce is the perfect complement.


Chinedu Eshi
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These meatballs were a bit dry for my taste, but the peanut sauce was delicious.


Shaquille Mcleod
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they're always a hit. My friends and family love them!


Ahmed G
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These meatballs are the perfect party food. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Md Sofiql
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I made these meatballs for my picky kids and they loved them! I'll definitely be making them again.


Karem Helmy
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Not a fan of the peanut sauce, but the meatballs themselves were delicious.


Skinny Minnie
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These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great. The peanut sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Jahid
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I've tried many chicken meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The meatballs are so flavorful and the peanut sauce is to die for!


izabelle Robert
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Miraclare
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These chicken meatballs were a hit with my family! The peanut sauce was the perfect combination of spicy and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.