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Firecracker Meatballs with Coconut Rice

A delightful fusion of savory meatballs infused with spices, served over creamy coconut rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey Use ground meat of choice.
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Can substitute crushed crackers or panko.
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Can use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili sauce
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Coconut Rice
  • 1 cup cooked rice Use any type of cooked rice.
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh lime juice is preferred.
For Garnish
  • Fresh cilantro For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, soy sauce, sriracha, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well-combined but do not overwork the mixture.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, roughly 1-1.5 inches in size.
Baking
  1. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Coconut Rice Preparation
  1. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the coconut rice by combining the cooked rice, coconut milk, and lime juice in a pot.
  2. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve the meatballs hot over the coconut rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

This recipe can be made ahead of time. Store leftovers in airtight containers and consume within 3-4 days.