Meatballs in Peanut Chile Sauce

Transform your dinner routine with the bold and irresistible flavors of Meatballs in Peanut Chile Sauce. This recipe combines tender, perfectly seasoned beef and pork meatballs with a rich and creamy sauce made from smooth peanut butter, coconut milk, and a kick of spicy chili paste. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar, the sauce balances heat and complexity, while a squeeze of lime juice adds a refreshing tang. Garnished with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor in every bite. Serve it over a bed of steamed rice or noodles to soak up the luscious sauce for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal that's ready in just 45 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this globally inspired comfort food is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 3 tbsp Cooking oil
• 120 g Smooth peanut butter
• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 2 tbsp Chili paste
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp Chopped peanuts

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter, and place on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking them until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the peanut butter, coconut milk, chili paste, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Whisk until the sauce is smooth and begins to come together.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 6

Cover the skillet and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce slightly thickens.

Step 7

Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro and peanuts before serving.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs and sauce over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1649.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3803.4

Total Fat 262.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 776.4mg	0%
Sodium 7080.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 57.7g
Protein 197.6g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 302.2mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 2066.4mg	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: 61.5%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 17.9%