Sweet Chili Lemongrass Turkey Meatballs with Coconut Rice

Serves 4 | Prep 15 minutes | Cook 20 minutes

Tender ginger-garlic turkey meatballs coated in a sweet and tangy lemongrass glaze, served over creamy coconut rice.

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground turkey

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger

  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¾ cup MOB Sweet Chili Lemongrass Sauce

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the coconut rice:

  • 1 cup jasmine rice

  • ¾ cup coconut milk

  • ¾ cup water

  • ½ tsp salt

  • Zest of 1 lime

For garnish:

  • Fresh cilantro

  • Toasted sesame seeds

  • Sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. Combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, ginger, green onions and salt.

  3. Roll into approximately 16 meatballs and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  4. Brush lightly with olive oil and bake for 15–20 minutes, until cooked to 165°F.

  5. Meanwhile, rinse rice and combine with coconut milk, water and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes. Rest covered for 10 minutes.

  6. Warm MOB Sweet Chili Lemongrass Sauce in a skillet.

  7. Add cooked meatballs and toss gently until evenly coated.

  8. Fluff rice with lime zest and divide among bowls.

  9. Top with glazed meatballs, cilantro, sesame seeds and green onions.

Chef's Tip: These meatballs make a fantastic party appetizer served with toothpicks