Authentic Thai Meatball Recipe: A Flavorful Guide

INGREDIENTS

1‑1/2 pounds ground beef or pork 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger 1 tablespoon fish sauce 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided

PREPARATION:

1. Combine beef, basil, mint, ginger, fish sauce, garlic, cinnamon, fennel and pepper in large bowl; mix until well blended. Rub cutting board with 1 tablespoon oil. Pat meat mixture into 12X8-inch rectangle on board. Cut into 32 squares. Shape each square into a ball.
2. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in single layer; cook 8 to 10 minutes or until no longer pink in center, turning to brown all sides. (Cook in several batches.) Remove meatballs with slotted spoon to paper towels; drain.

This recipe appears in: Thai Meatballs and Noodles  /  Thai