Keto Thai Coconut Curry Meatballs

Keto curry meatballs recipe FAQs

Before making these meatballs, be sure to read through these answers to commonly asked questions:

Are there any substitution options for the ingredients in this recipe?

• Ground Turkey: Ground beef, ground chicken, or ground pork can be substituted in for ground turkey at a 1:1 ratio. Note that this substitution will change the final nutrition information of the recipe.
• Egg: To make this an egg-free recipe, omit the egg and, instead, make a flax egg. To make a flax egg, simply combine 1 tbsp ground flax seeds with 2 tbsp + 2 tsp water. Stir together and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Note that I have not tested this substitution, but this replacement typically works and I wanted to offer it as an option. Additionally, note that this substitution will change the final nutrition information of the recipe.
• Chicken Broth: Beef broth or vegetable broth will work perfectly in place of chicken broth in this recipe.
• Red Curry Paste: Green curry paste works great here. Sub in at a 1:1 ratio.
• Coconut Aminos: Liquid aminos or gluten-free soy sauce can be substituted in at a 1:1 ratio; note, though, that both of these products contain soy, which will render the recipe no longer being paleo- or primal-friendly.
• Fish Sauce: Additional coconut aminos can be substituted in for fish sauce. Alternatively, liquid aminos or gluten-free soy sauce can be used, but note, as mentioned above, both of those contain soy.
• Golden Monk Fruit Sweetener: Classic Monk Fruit Sweetener, Swerve, or erythritol can be substituted in for Golden Monk Fruit Sweetener at a 1:1 ratio.

Is Thai red curry keto-friendly?

If you’ve been wondering to yourself “is Thai keto-friendly,” the answer isn’t completely straightforward as each Thai dish is different! This recipe absolutely is though! Each serving of this meal contains just 4.9 grams of net carbs.

Can I omit the eggs in this recipe?

I personally would not recommend skipping the egg, simply because the egg provides moisture and avoids dry meatballs; however, this recipe will absolutely work if you want to make it egg-free. To make this egg-free, make a flax egg by combining 1 tbsp ground flax seeds with 2 tbsp + 2 tsp water. Stir together and allow to sit for 5 minutes. Note that I have not tested this substitution, but this replacement typically works and I wanted to offer it as an option. Additionally, note that this substitution will change the final nutrition information of the recipe.

How many net carbs per serving?

There are 4.9 grams of net carbs per serving and one serving is 3 meatballs. This recipe yields 18 meatballs for a total of 6 servings.

For additional information on the nutrition per serving, including fat, protein, and fiber content, see the nutrition label below the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to make this recipe vegetarian?

First, you can always use a quick and easy pre-made meat swap. There are a variety of meat substitute brands that make ready-to-eat meatballs (after heating). You can typically find these in your local grocery store. Note, though, that the ingredients in these meatballs may not comply with your personal diet choices, so just keep that in mind.

You could likely use extra-firm tofu, but note that I have not tested this substitution; I just wanted to offer it as a possible option.

What diets is this recipe compliant with?

• Keto and Low-Carb: Coconut curry meatballs contain 4.9 grams of net carbs per serving, making them an easy keto option.
• Paleo, Primal, and Whole30: This Thai food recipe is paleo-approved and primal-friendly. To make this recipe Whole30-compliant, simply omit the monk fruit sweetener.
• Gluten-Free and Grain-Free: Gluten or grain products are not included in this keto Thai red curry recipe.
• Egg-Free: To make this recipe egg-free, review the Notes section in the recipe card below (you will need to make a flax egg).
• Nut-Free: This recipe does not include nuts or tree nuts.
• Dairy-Free: These paleo meatballs are dairy-free.
• Refined Sugar-Free: Granulated sugar is not used in this recipe, nor are any artificial sweeteners.

How to make Thai coconut curry meatballs keto

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

To a mixing bowl, add all meatball ingredients.

Using an electric mixer, mix together all meatball ingredients until fully incorporated.

Roll meatball mixture into 18 equal-sized balls and place on prepared baking sheet.

Bake meatballs until internal temperature has reached 165 degrees, about 15-20 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a large pan over medium heat, heat oil until hot. Sauté onion until soft, about 2 minutes, before adding garlic and ginger and cooking for an additional 30 seconds.

To pan, add remaining sauce ingredients and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer sauce until thickened, about 10-12 minutes.

Once finished baking, transfer cooked meatballs from baking sheet to prepared sauce. Coat meatballs in sauce before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh basil, fresh cilantro, and/or fresh parsley.

Serve meatballs on their own or atop cooked riced cauliflower or sautéed zucchini noodles.

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