Thai Meatball Recipe | Look Chin

Nguyên liệu

• 1 lb ground meat of choice (chicken, beef, turkey or pork)
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp white pepper powder
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp water
• 1/2 cup palm sugar or brown sugar
• 1/2 cup tamarind paste
• 3-6 Thai chiles, finely chopped, depending on spice preference
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp corn starch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1/4 cup minced cilantro leaves

Cách làm

1. 1

   Add the meat and all other meatball ingredients to a food processor. Process on high until it’s a smooth paste.

2. 2

   Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.

3. 3

   As the meatballs are resting, you can make the sauce.

4. 4

   Add the sugar and tamarind paste to a small pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil and then to a simmer until the sugar is dissolved.

5. 5

   Pound the garlic and chilies in a mortar and pestle to a paste, or put them in a food processor.

6. 6

   Add the garlic and chilies to the tamarind and sugar.

7. 7

   Mix the water and corn starch and add to the mixture, bringing it back to a simmer until it thickens. Adjust to the flavor to your liking. And add a little water if you like it a thinner consistency.

8. 8

   And now back to the meatballs!

9. 9

   Bring 8 cups of water to boil.

10. 10

    Roll the meat mixture into small balls, about 2 inches wide, and drop into the water.

11. 11

    Bring the water to a simmer, and let the meatballs simmer for about 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

12. 12

    Strain the meatballs.

13. 13

    Put on a kebab stick. (You don’t have to, but it’s more fun!)

14. 14

    Drizzle some sauce on top, or put the sauce in a container to dip the meatballs in.

15. 15

    Enjoy!