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Jerk Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce

This dish is a delightful blend of bold jerk seasonings and rich coconut curry sauce. Perfect for cozy nights, it’s easy to prepare and full of flavor!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground pork
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (recommend Walkerswood)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste or 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 3 teaspoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 (14 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • Rice (optional)
  • Sliced scallions (optional)

Instructions

  • Mix all meatball ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Form into 20-22 meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
  • Brown meatballs in a skillet with butter and olive oil for 3 minutes per side.
  • Sauté shallots, garlic, and bell peppers in the same skillet.
  • Add curry powder and coconut milk, bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Return meatballs to skillet, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture for tender meatballs.
Cook meatballs in batches for even browning.
Simmer sauce gently for enhanced flavor infusion.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 14
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 25
  • Cholesterol: 90