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Lemongrass Chicken Meatballs: A Wonderful Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 lb ground chicken
– 2 stalks lemongrass, finely minced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 egg
– ½ cup breadcrumbs (can use gluten-free if needed)
– 2 tablespoons fish sauce
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Cooking oil, for frying


Instructions

Creating amazing Lemongrass Chicken Meatballs is simple when you follow these steps:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by mincing the lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Chop the onion and cilantro finely.
2. Mix Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, minced lemongrass, garlic, ginger, onion, egg, breadcrumbs, fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine Well: Use your hands or a spatula to mix all the ingredients until they are well incorporated but avoid overmixing.
4. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a plate or baking sheet as you go.
5. Heat Oil: In a large frying pan, heat a couple of tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat.
6. Cook Meatballs: Carefully place the meatballs in the hot oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7. Drain: Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the pan and let them drain on paper towels.
8. Serve: You can keep the meatballs warm in a low oven if they won’t be served immediately.

These steps will help you create delicious Lemongrass Chicken Meatballs that you and your family will love, all in one convenient cooking session!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4-6
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 25g