Description
This Coconut Curry Meatball Orzo Soup is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender meatballs, creamy coconut milk, and fragrant curry spices. The addition of orzo pasta makes it a hearty and satisfying meal, perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
**For the Meatballs:**
– 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
– 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
– 1 egg, beaten
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
**For the Soup:**
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon red curry paste
– 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
– 3/4 cup orzo pasta
– 1 small carrot, shredded
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 tablespoon lime juice
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix well. Shape into small meatballs.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add diced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in red curry paste, turmeric, and cumin, cooking for another minute.
5. Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk, stirring to combine.
6. Add shredded carrot, zucchini, and orzo pasta. Bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Return the meatballs to the pot and let the soup simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until orzo is tender.
8. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro before serving.
9. Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.
Notes
– Substitute orzo with rice or quinoa for a gluten-free option.
– Adjust the spice level by adding more or less curry paste.
– Garnish with extra cilantro and a squeeze of lime for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg