Recipe: Satay Meatballs

SATAY MEATBALLS

FOR THE MEATBALLS:
1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1/2 cup soft white bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 egg, beaten
FOR THE SAUCE:
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup coconut milk
1/3 cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce or soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

In medium bowl, combine all meatball ingredients; mix well. Shape mixture into 32 meatballs. Place in ungreased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes or until browned and thoroughly cooked.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add 1/4 cup onion; cook about 5 minutes or until tender, stirring frequently. Add coconut milk and peanut butter; stir until well combined. Stir in all remaining sauce ingredients until well blended. Reduce heat to low; simmer until thickened.

Add meatballs to sauce; mix gently to coat. Serve in chafing dish or slow cooker on low setting.

Makes 16 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe booklet: Holiday Parties, Pillsbury Classic Cookbooks, December 1999 #226