Jerk Meatballs In Coconut Curry Sauce
If you’re craving a dish that’s bursting with flavor and transports you straight to the Caribbean, look no further than these Jerk Meatballs in Coconut Curry Sauce! This delightful recipe features tender beef meatballs infused with aromatic jerk seasoning, simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce that’s sure to impress at any gathering. Perfect for busy weeknights or family meals, this dish marries comfort with bold flavors, making it a must-try. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a balanced meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Simmering
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 3 cups bell peppers (green and red), sliced
- 3 teaspoons Jamaican curry powder
- 14 oz can full-fat coconut milk
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, jerk seasoning, and seasonings until just combined. Form into meatballs (20-22).
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Stir in curry powder and toast briefly. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add meatballs back into the sauce; simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg