SWEET-SPICY ASIAN MEATBALLS

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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 large egg
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
3/4 cup vegetable broth, divided
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 teaspoon sweet chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce or 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, egg, garlic and pepper flakes. Add sausage; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, pepper, ginger and garam masala; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in 1/2 cup broth, coconut milk and chili sauces; bring to a boil., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth; stir into sauce mixture. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in meatballs, pineapple and soy sauce; heat through. Serve with rice.

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