Ingredients
1 pound ground chicken
1 cup shredded and moisture-squeezed zucchini
2 shallots
2 green onions
2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
2 cloves minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pinch of black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 red bell pepper
2 tablespoons salted butter
1 to 3 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 can (14-ounce) coconut milk
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Fresh basil or cilantro for garnish
Green onions
Fresh lime juice
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, shredded zucchini, green onions, one shallot, 2 teaspoons of ginger, one garlic clove, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of tamari or soy sauce. Mix until well integrated.
2. Shape the mixture into approximately 15-16 tablespoon-sized meatballs.
3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sear meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and keep aside.
4. To the same skillet, add remaining tablespoon of olive oil, chopped red bell pepper, second shallot, second garlic clove, 1 tablespoon ginger, butter, and the Thai red curry paste. SautΓ© until aromatic, about 2 minutes.
5. Stir in the coconut milk and remaining tamari or soy sauce, mixing to combine.
6. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce until fully cooked, about 5 minutes.
7. Incorporate fresh cilantro, then serve over steamed rice, garnished with fresh basil, green onions, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
π₯ Add an egg or panko breadcrumbs to the meat mixture to enhance moisture and binding.
π For a gluten-free meal, use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure breadcrumbs are also gluten-free.
π₯ Adjust the amount of curry paste to fit your preferred spice level, and try serving with cauliflower rice for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten-Free adaptable
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 357
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
