Jerk Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce
If you’re craving a dish that combines vibrant Caribbean flavors with heartwarming comfort, try these Jerk Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce! Juicy ground beef meatballs are seasoned with aromatic jerk spices and simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce, creating a delightful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, but it also brings a tropical twist to your dinner table. Serve it over rice or alongside your favorite veggies, and watch as it becomes a go-to favorite for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 3 teaspoons Jamaican curry powder
- 14 oz can full-fat coconut milk
- Rice or veggies as desired
- Sliced scallions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, jerk seasoning, ginger, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form into 20-22 meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet; sear meatballs until browned (about 3 minutes per side). Remove from the pan.
- Sauté shallots and garlic in the same pan; add bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Stir in curry powder and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil.
- Return meatballs to the sauce; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 meatballs with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg