Coconut Fennel Cocktail Meatballs

Elevate your next gathering with these Coconut Fennel Cocktail Meatballs, a bold and flavorful twist on a party favorite. These tender, bite-sized delights combine ground pork and beef with aromatic fennel seeds, fresh parsley, and a touch of garlic for an irresistible base. Simmered in a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with turmeric, ginger, and a hint of lime, these meatballs strike the perfect balance between savory and subtly sweet. With just 20 minutes of prep and infused with the exotic warmth of coconut and spices, they’re the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve them with cocktail picks for easy snacking or spooned over rice for a hearty appetizer turned entrée. Perfect for anyone seeking unique party food ideas or globally inspired recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 1 lb Ground beef
• 2 tsp Fennel seeds
• 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Eggs
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for frying)
• 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk (full-fat)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tsp Ground turmeric
• 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, fennel seeds, breadcrumbs, eggs, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 2

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small 1-inch meatballs and place them on a tray or plate.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the meatballs and set aside. They don’t need to be fully cooked at this stage.

Step 4

In the same skillet, pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir in turmeric, grated ginger, honey, and lime juice. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Return the meatballs to the skillet, making sure they are nestled in the sauce. Cover the skillet and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked through.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if necessary.

Step 7

Transfer the meatballs and sauce to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm with cocktail picks or over rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1843.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4065.5

Total Fat 307.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1101.4mg	0%
Sodium 5006.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 37.7g
Protein 231.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 542.2mg	0%
Iron 35.8mg	0%
Potassium 3171.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 10.9%