Asian Meatballs Two Ways

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken mince and all the mince ingredients. Using your hand or fork , mix well until all ingredients are evenly combine.

Step 2

To make meatballs, wet hands with water or oil. Scoop one tablespoon of chicken mixture and roll it between your palm. Place the rolled meatball in tray. Repeat process to remaining chicken mixture.

Step 3

In a large pan, heat two tablespoon of oil into medium heat. Add the meatballs and fry for 2-3 mins, turn sides until the meatballs are golden brown.

Step 4

When the meatballs are fully cooked, remove from pan and transfer to paper towel.

Step 5

Transfer to serving plate and serve with sweet chilli sauce or your choice of favourite dipping sauce.

Step 6

In the same pan, add another one to two tablespoon of oil. Add chopped garlic and stir fry for few seconds then follow with the chopped shallots.

Step 7

Stir fry the shallots until brown and crispy, then add the chopped tomatoes. Stir for one minute, add salt, turmeric and paprika powder. Saute` the ingredients until it become smooth paste.

Step 8

Pour one cup of warm water in and simmer for 1 min and place the fried meatballs back in. Cook for another 1-2 minute, sprinkle chillies and coriander and stir well. ( Optional : You can add chicken stock/broth instead of water for more taste and flavour. )

Step 9

Try taste test and adjust adding extra salt according to your taste.

Step 10

Transfer to serving plate and garnish with fresh coriander and green chillies.

Step 11

Delicious meatball in tomato sauce is ready! Enjoy!