Red Thai Turkey Meatballs with Rice

When you think of meatballs, turkey and Thai food may not be what immediately comes to mind. Turkey is a versatile meat that can be seasoned in many ways and can be used in a wide range of dishes, including meatballs. As a leaner meat, it is also healthier than red meat.

These flavourful Red Thai Turkey meatballs are the perfect all-occasion food. They can be served on their own as an appetizer, as a main, as part of a big gathering, or as a midweek meal.

Red Thai Turkey Meatballs with Rice

Ingredients

  • 250 turkey mince
  • 80g fragrant jasmine rice
  • 2 egg whites
  • 20g Thai red curry paste
  • 200ml tinned coconut milk
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp grated ginger (peeled)
  • 30g of fine breadcrumbs
  • 1 small bunch of coriander, chopped
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp fish sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges to serve

Method

  • Place the mince, egg white, soy sauce, breadcrumbs, coriander, ginger, and salt and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Using your hands, mix the ingredients. Once combined, roll the mixture into equal-sized balls.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium to high heat.
  • Place the meatballs into the pan and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the onion and cook for 4-5 more minutes.
  • Add the curry paste, stirring for one minute.
  • Put in the fish sauce and slowly pour in the coconut milk. Stir, then leave to simmer over low heat until the sauce has thickened, and the meatballs are hot and cooked throughout.
  • Cook the rice as per the package instructions.
  • Your turkey will be done cooking when you insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of its thigh (without touching the bone) and the temperature reads 73°C/165°F. Its juices should also run clear when part of its thigh is pierced with the tip of a knife.
  • Once everything has finished cooking, serve the meatballs and sauce over the fragrant rice. Squeeze over some lime juice and sprinkle any remaining coriander leaves.

Fresh and nutritious halal turkey can be bought online from Arkenz ltd. Visit our online shop to have frozen Turkey, Halal whole turkey frozen, and turkey breast roll. You can also buy ingredients to make other delicious recipes like Caribbean Chicken with Rice and Mango Curry with Rice.