Pork meatball curry with toasted coconut
Discover a flavorful journey with our Pork Meatball Curry with Toasted Coconut! This dish combines juicy pork meatballs seasoned with soy sauce and garlic, simmered in a rich coconut milk and curry paste sauce. The addition of sweet potatoes, zucchini, and peas provides a delightful mix of textures and nutrients, while a hint of lime juice and brown sugar perfectly balances the flavors. Serve this comforting curry over rice or with naan for a satisfying meal that's sure to impress your taste buds. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
- 14 Apr 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 4 Servings
- 14 Ingredients
This Pork Meatball Curry with Toasted Coconut is a tantalizing fusion of flavors that combines succulent pork meatballs with a rich, creamy curry sauce. Enhanced with vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and peas, and finished with the aromatic touch of toasted coconut, this dish is both hearty and exotic. Perfect for impressing guests or satisfying a family craving for something spectacularly different.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, grated carrot, grated zucchini, minced garlic, bread crumbs, and soy sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a plate and set aside.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until they are tender (about 10-15 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the peanut oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Remove the meatballs from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant.
- Stir in the coconut milk and chicken gravy, mixing well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the cooked sweet potatoes, lime juice, and brown sugar to the pan. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the meatballs back into the pan with the curry sauce, stirring gently to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
- Add the peas and let the curry simmer for an additional 5 minutes until everything is heated through and the flavors are well combined.
- Spoon the meatball curry into bowls and garnish with toasted coconut flakes, if using.
- Serve hot with rice or naan bread, if desired.
Tips:
- Grate the carrot and zucchini finely to ensure they blend seamlessly with the meatballs.
- Chill the meatballs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help them hold their shape better during cooking.
- Toast the coconut on a low heat until it turns golden brown and releases its oils for maximum flavor.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer and creamier curry sauce.
- Simmer the curry on a low heat to allow all the flavors to meld together perfectly.
- For added flavor, marinate the ground pork with soy sauce and garlic for at least 30 minutes before forming into meatballs.
- Serve the curry over a bed of jasmine rice or with warm naan bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
This Pork Meatball Curry with Toasted Coconut is a deliciously unique dish that balances savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors. The tender pork meatballs, rich curry sauce, and the crunch of toasted coconut make for an unforgettable culinary experience. Follow the provided tips for a fail-proof recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 550 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 880kcal | 44% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 40g | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 50g | 14% |
| Fiber 9g | 24% |
| Sugar 16g | 15% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 60g | 69% |
| Saturated 36g | 117% |
| Cholesterol 120mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 1210ug | 134% |
| Choline 160mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 1.20mg | 100% |
| Vitamin B2 0.51mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B3 8mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B6 1.04mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B9 80ug | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 0.71ug | 30% |
| Vitamin C 24mg | 27% |
| Vitamin E 1.63mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K 11ug | 9% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 130mg | 10% |
| Copper, Cu 0.68mg | 75% |
| Iron, Fe 5mg | 49% |
| Magnesium, Mg 140mg | 32% |
| Phosphorus, P 540mg | 43% |
| Potassium, K 1570mg | 46% |
| Selenium, Se 54ug | 101% |
| Sodium, Na 540mg | 36% |
| Zinc, Zn 6mg | 53% |
| Water | |
| Water 380g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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