Cilantro Meatballs
Calories: 12
Adjust Servings Here: 8 servings
Description
These cilantro meatballs are a flavorful twist on traditional meatballs. They feature a vibrant cilantro paste that infuses them with fresh, aromatic flavors. The addition of coconut cream adds richness to the sauce, creating a creamy and delicious coating for the tender meatballs. Serve them as a main dish with rice or noodles or as a unique appetizer for a party or gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Cilantro Wash and roughly chop
- ¼ cup Chopped onion optional
- 2 large Garlic cloves chopped
- 1-inch piece Fresh ginger chopped
- 1 med Green chilli
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 lb (500 g) Ground meat (beef, pork, or chicken)
- ½ cup (55 g) Breadcrumbs
- ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Broth or water
- 2 tbs Cooking Oil
- ½ cup (120 ml) Coconut cream
Instructions
- Cilantro paste: In a food processor, blend the cilantro, onion, green chili, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper into a paste.1 bunch Cilantro, ¼ cup Chopped onion, 2 large Garlic cloves, 1-inch piece Fresh ginger, ½ tsp Salt , ½ tsp Black pepper, 1 med Green chilli
- Shape Meatballs: In a bowl, combine one tablespoon of the cilantro paste with the ground meat, breadcrumbs, parmesan, and additional seasoning if desired. Mix well. Form the mixture into meatballs about one inch in diameter.1 lb Ground meat , ½ cup Breadcrumbs, ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- Cook the meatballs: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.
- Cilantro Sauce: Add the remaining cilantro paste to the same skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes. Add the broth and coconut cream to the skillet and stir to combine with the cilantro paste. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.2 tbs Cooking Oil, ½ cup Coconut cream, ¼ cup Broth
- Combine - Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat them with the cilantro-coconut sauce.
- Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional cilantro leaves if desired.
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