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Coconut Celery Meatballs

Not sure what to make for dinner? This coconut celery meatballs recipe is an easy and delicious twist on the regular spaghetti meatballs in tomato sauce.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Dinner
Servings: 2
Calories: 753kcal

Ingredients

  • 10.5 oz minced pork (or beef or a mix) small balls
  • 2 cups celery finely chopped
  • 2 cups carrot finely chopped
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1.5 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala/curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin seeds
  • black pepper to taste
  • sea salt to taste
  • 1.5 cup whole wheat fusili (or gluten-free alternative) uncooked

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or pot, heat cooking oil over medium heat. Cook meatballs until lightly browned. When ready, take out of the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté onion for 2 minutes. Add more oil if needed. After 2 minutes, add garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes before adding the celery, carrots, paprika powder, turmeric powder, curry powder, and cumin.
  • Cook for 5 minutes. Stir regularly.
  • Then add coconut milk, meatballs, and water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the carrots are soft. Stir occasionally.
  • Cook pasta in lightly salted water according to the instructions on the package.
  • When the carrots are cooked through, add drained pasta to the mix. Give it a good stir and cook for a minute or 2 more.