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Juicy Meatball with Sauce: Creamy Coconut Twist on a Classic
Craving something both comforting and exciting? You've just found the perfect meatball with sauce recipe – and it comes with a tropical twist. These juicy meatballs in coconut sauce are simmered to perfection in a creamy, flavor-packed coconut milk base that brings dinner to a whole new level.
Ingredients for the Perfect Meatball with Sauce
The key to a great meatball with sauce lies in balance – flavor, texture, and moisture. For this recipe, we use a blend of ground beef and pork, which creates a rich, satisfying taste. Seasonings like oregano, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper add depth, while breadcrumbs and eggs bind everything together and lock in moisture.
To complement the meatballs, we create a coconut-based sauce that’s both creamy and vibrant. It starts with sautéed garlic, onion, red pepper, celery, and a spoon of tomato paste. Fresh cilantro brings brightness. The coconut milk ties everything together into a silky, comforting sauce that enhances every bite.
To complement the meatballs, we create a coconut-based sauce that’s both creamy and vibrant. It starts with sautéed garlic, onion, red pepper, celery, and a spoon of tomato paste. Fresh cilantro brings brightness. The coconut milk ties everything together into a silky, comforting sauce that enhances every bite.
How to Make Meatballs in Coconut Sauce (Step-by-Step)
- Prepare the meatball mixture: Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Mix just until combined – don’t overwork it.
- Shape the meatballs: Use a scoop or your hands to form evenly sized balls.
- Brown the meatballs: In a pan with oil, sear the meatballs until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same pan, sauté vegetables, add tomato paste, and stir in coconut milk.
- Simmer: Return the meatballs to the sauce. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes.
Why Coconut Sauce Makes This Meatball Recipe So Special
This sauce is what sets this dish apart. Unlike tomato-based sauces, the coconut milk delivers a smooth richness that blends beautifully with the spices. Every ingredient – from the garlic to the red pepper – has room to shine. The sauce carries a subtle heat, a fresh herbaceous note from the cilantro, and a depth that elevates even the simplest rice accompaniment.
Serving Suggestions: What to Serve with Meatballs in Coconut Sauce
Serve the meatballs with basmati rice or tostones for a classic pairing. Garnish with chopped cilantro and slices of avocado for added freshness. For a lighter option, try cauliflower rice and sautéed greens on the side.
Common Mistakes When Making Meatballs with Sauce
- Overmixing the meat: Leads to tough meatballs.
- Inconsistent sizes: Use a scoop for uniformity.
- Skipping the sear: A good crust adds flavor.
- Rushing the sauce: Let it simmer so flavors meld.
Final Thoughts
If you're looking for a meatball with sauce that goes beyond the ordinary, this coconut version is it. It's easy enough for weeknights and special enough for guests. Follow the tips above, and you'll have a dinner that everyone will remember.
Try it, and let the flavors speak for themselves.
Try it, and let the flavors speak for themselves.
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Juicy Meatball with Sauce: Creamy Coconut Twist on a Classic
Preptime: 15min
Cooktime: 30min
Waittime:0min
Totaltime:45min
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Ingredients for the main:
| 400g | ground beef |
| 400g | ground pork |
| 60g | bread crumbs |
| 2 | eggs |
| salt | |
| 1tsp | black pepper |
| 1tsp | paprika |
| 1tsp | baking soda |
| 0.5tsp | oregano |
| vegetable oil |
Ingredients for the sauce:
| 400ml | coconut milk |
| 300ml | water |
| 1 | celery stick |
| 1 | red sweet pepper |
| 1 | onion |
| 3 | garlic cloves |
| 50g | tomato paste |
| salt | |
| cilantro |
- Cut the fresh ingredients: Wash the bell pepper, celery stick, and cilantro. Chop the onion and cilantro. Mince the garlic. Cut the bell pepper and celery stick into thin cubes.
- Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, and bread crumbs. Add eggs, salt to taste, black pepper, paprika, baking soda, and oregano. Mix just until all ingredients are incorporated to ensure the meatballs remain tender.
- Shape the Meatballs: Roll the mixture into uniform-sized balls, ensuring even cooking. Aim for golf-ball size for consistency.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, taking care not to overcrowd the pan, until they are browned on all sides, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove the browned meatballs and set aside, keeping them warm.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until it's softened and translucent. Mix in the minced garlic cloves and continue to sauté until they're fragrant. Next, add the chopped celery stick and cut red sweet pepper, cooking until they're just tender.
- Create the Coconut Sauce: Stir in tomato paste, cooking briefly to enrich its flavor. Gradually add coconut milk, water, and cilantro, stirring continuously to ensure a smooth, creamy mixture. Allow the sauce to simmer gently to blend flavors.
- To enhance more flavor, blend the sauce with a stab blender.
- Simmer the Meatballs: Return the browned meatballs to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and have absorbed the sauce's delicious flavors.
- Final Touch and Serve: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary. Serve with hot rice ensuring each meatball is coated with the creamy coconut sauce for a comforting and flavorful meal topped with avocado slices and lime pieces.
- ENJOY!
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Hi, welcome to my Food blog! My name is Coco. I’m 27 years old. You can call me the lucky one for marrying my soulmate, best friend and biggest cheerleader. My greatest blessing is being the mother of a beautiful girl and a baby boy. I spent the first 6 years of my life in the Dominican Republic. My family then moved to Germany, where I still live.
