Ingredients

For Meatballs: 1 1/2 pounds lean high-quality ground beef 1 red jalapeno or Fresno chile, seeded and finely minced (about 2 teaspoons) 2 teaspoons finely minced ginger (about 2 teaspoons) 1 1/2 tablespoons finely minced scallions 1/2 tablespoon finely minced lemongrass, or 1/2 teaspoon finely minced lemon zest 1 1/2 tablespoons minced cilantro 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 tablespoon peanut, macadamia nut, or vegetable oil   For Sauce: 3 cups unsweetened coconut milk 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup soy sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar 1 small onion, diced 2 tablespoons minced shallots 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/4 cup Thai red curry paste 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass (about 3 stalks) 3 kaffir lime leaves (or 1 teaspoon chopped lime zest) 2 cups minced cilantro 1/3 cup finely minced basil 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional) 4 servings cooked rice

Description

Thai Meatballs With Spicy Peanut Sauce, Recipe

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