Sweet and Spicy Thai Chicken Meatballs (45 Minutes)

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Skewered and grilled, these Thai ground chicken meatballs bring a delightful burst of flavor to the table. Perfect for an appetizer or a main dish, the tantalizing blend of spices in the meatballs is wonderfully complemented by the drizzle of sweet and spicy sauce. Bring a taste of Thailand to your home with this memorable dish!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Soaked wooden skewers

For the Sweet and Spicy Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust according to your spice preference)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated ginger

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture (10 minutes): In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, green onions, garlic, cilantro, fish sauce, grated ginger, soy sauce, bread crumbs, and egg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
  2. Shape the Meatballs (15 minutes): Take about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture and shape it into a ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used up. Insert a soaked wooden skewer into each meatball, ensuring the skewer goes through the center.
  3. Grill the Meatballs (10-15 minutes): Preheat your grill to medium heat. Place the skewered meatballs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the meatballs are golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Prepare the Sweet and Spicy Sauce (5 minutes): In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, fish sauce, sriracha, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Serve with Sauce Drizzled (2 minutes): Place the grilled meatball skewers on a serving plate and generously drizzle with the prepared sweet and spicy sauce.

Notes

These meatballs are a hit at parties, especially when served with a side of jasmine rice or Thai cucumber salad. If you’re looking to adjust the heat, modify the amount of sriracha in the sauce. For an added touch of authenticity, sprinkle some crushed peanuts or chopped fresh cilantro on top before serving.

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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