THAI MEATBALLS

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Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 pound ground pork
1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, ground or chopped finely
2 tablespoons minced lemongrass
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 lime, juiced
2 Thai chiles, minced
2 tablespoons minced ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped
3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup fish sauce
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
Olive oil
Carrot shavings, for garnish
Chopped roasted peanuts, for garnish
Peanut Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup chunky peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/4 cup hot water
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Combine the pork, shrimp, lemongrass, sesame seeds, lime juice, chiles, ginger, garlic, basil, cilantro, mint, soy sauce, fish sauce, breadcrumbs and eggs in a large mixing bowl and mix by hand until thoroughly incorporated. Drizzle the olive oil into a 9 by 12-inch baking dish, making sure to evenly coat the entire surface.
  • Roll the mixture into round, golf ball size meatballs, making sure to pack the meat firmly.
  • Place the balls into the oiled baking dish such that all the meatballs are lined up evenly in rows and are touching each of their 4 neighbors in a grid.
  • Roast until firm and cooked through, about 20 minutes. Allow the meatballs to cool about 5 minutes before removing from the baking dish.
  • Garnish with shaved carrots and chopped roasted peanuts. Serve with Peanut Dipping Sauce.
  • This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and whisk well to combine.

Josie Cudal
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These meatballs were amazing! I highly recommend them.


MD Nahid Parvez
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I'm definitely making these meatballs again. They were a big hit at my last party.


Md Hafijur Islam
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I loved these meatballs! The sauce was perfect and the meatballs were so tender.


Muzammil Wahab
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These meatballs were a bit bland for my taste. I think I needed to add more spices.


DJ BUSY
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I've never made meatballs before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the meatballs turned out great.


Emon Ahmad
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good. The sauce was especially flavorful.


Md Sagoor
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making these meatballs again.


Ch Amman
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I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them! The kids even asked for seconds.


Brontae Godair
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These meatballs are the best I've ever had! I highly recommend them.


Gazi G
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out dry. I think I needed to add more liquid.


Timothy Terrance
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These meatballs were a bit too spicy for my taste, but they were still good.


James Cooler
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The meatballs are so flavorful and the sauce is amazing.


KNG WEST
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I'm going to try this recipe this weekend. It looks easy and delicious.


Lovely Jutt55
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I made these meatballs for dinner last night and they were delicious! The sauce was perfect.


Rabia rehman
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These meatballs were a hit at my last party! They were so flavorful and juicy. Everyone loved them.