Ginger Peach Meatballs with Coconut Rice

4.50 from 30 votes

Ginger Peach Meatballs with Coconut Rice

These sweet and savory ginger peach meatballs are easy to make with ground chicken, turkey or pork and come together in less than 45 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian, American

Keyword: fresh peach meatballs, ginger peach meatballs, peach meatballs

Servings: servings

Calories: 458kcal

Author: Elaine S.

Ingredients

1 lb ground pork chicken or turkey
2 scallions finely chopped
2 tbsp mint chopped
1 inch fresh ginger grated
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp cornstarch
3 tbsp oil + more for oiling hands
1/3 cup high quality peach preserves
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp soy sauce
2-3 medium peaches sliced

For the coconut rice

1 cup long grain white rice rinsed
1 cup unsweetened full fat coconut milk
1 cup water
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

In a bowl, combine ground meat with scallions, mint, ginger, garlic and salt. With well oiled hands, roll the mixture into 1 inch balls. Spread the cornstarch on to a plate and roll each meatball to coat.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil. When shimmering place the meatballs in the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, occasionally turning and shaking the pan, until browned on all sides.
Meanwhile, mix together the peach preserves, lime juice and soy sauce.
Once the meatballs have browned, pour in the sauce and add the sliced peaches. Bring to a simmer, and cook covered for 5-10 minutes or until the meatballs are no longer pink on the inside and the peaches have softened. If the sauce seems too thin, simmer uncovered for an additional few minutes until reduced.
Serve warm over coconut rice with fresh mint and chopped scallions if desired.
For the coconut rice
To a pot add rice, coconut milk and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Notes

If you prefer to bake the meatballs, heat the oven to 400° F and line a baking sheet with parchment. Coat with cornstarch as written and bake for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through. Meanwhile, simmer the sauce with the peaches in a skillet until thickened and add the meatballs. Toss to coat and serve.

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