Curry has delicious flavor, and these Whole30 Curry Meatballs are moist and flavorful, and paleo too! They're clean and healthy without compromising on flavor one bit!
Whole30 Curry Meatballs
These meatballs are totally Whole30 compliant. There is no gluten filled breadcrumbs keeping them together, and no soy or sugar added in! It may seem simple, but it's so packed with flavor!
They are also paleo friendly, gluten free, dairy free, and soy free, making them quite allergen friendly!
How to Make Paleo Curry Meatballs
Mix together the ground pork, spices, and flour. Form into small meatballs and set aside.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the shortening. Whisk in the flour.
Raise the heat and slowly whisk in the milk and broth, allowing it to thicken before each addition. When finished, turn the heat back to medium.
Add in the spices and mix thoroughly.
Add the meatballs in and gently stir to coat them. Turn down the heat to a low simmer, cover, and let cook for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
They're done with the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
How to serve Paleo Curry Meatballs
Because these Whole30 meatballs come with a killer gravy, what better to pair them with than potatoes? I suggest sweet potatoes! They absorb the curry flavor so well. I like to mash them to make the meal into comfort food!
To round out the meal, you'll want some type of veggie as well, and green beans fit the bill! You could also try brussel sprouts drenched in the gravy, or even steamed cauliflower.
It'll be a full Whole30 meal you can feel good about with all the healthy spices in the meatballs and curry, and the nutrients from the plated veggies. It's so comforting and satisfying.
Alternatively, bring these to a game day! Everyone loves meatballs during a big game, and if you need more inspiration for game day food, check out this list!
Ingredients for this Healthy Meatball Curry Recipe
Ingredients for the Paleo Meatballs
- Pork
- Curry Powder*
- Garlic
- Turmeric
- Salt
- Arrowroot Powder
Ingredients for the Whole30 Curry Sauce
- Palm Shortening
- Arrowroot Powder
- Almond Milk
- Chicken Broth
- Salt
- Curry Powder
- Turmeric
- Garlic Powder
FAQ's and Tips for these Paleo Meatballs
The arrowroot is a grain free way of keeping the meatballs together in a totally paleo and whole30 compatible way.
Be careful with the salt-taste the gravy before adding the full teaspoon of salt incase you have a salty broth already! You wouldn't want to ruin it by having it be way too salty!
I typically use a sustainable palm shortening for the gravy. It's easy and gets the job done, especially if I'm on a Whole30 and can't use butter. If butter doesn't bother you, go ahead and use that-unless you're currently on a Whole30 of course!
For extra veggies, go ahead and add pepper strips and onion slices to the mixture when you flip the meatballs halfway. You can also add some cilantro at the end too!
If you're out of arrowroot powder, go ahead and substitute it with tapioca flour. Many times you can swap one for the other.
How to Store these Thai Curry Meatballs
Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
You can freeze them as well! Freeze in an airtight container with the sauce. Defrost over a day or two in the fridge, then reheat on the stove.
Can I use Other Ground Meat Besides Ground Pork?
Yes you absolutely can! My favorite ground meat to use is pork, but I have made these with ground beef as well. Ground turkey or chicken would also be delicious.
More Whole30 and Paleo Recipes
- Italian Sausage Meal
- Puerto Rican Picadillo Recipe
- Gluten Free Chicken Tenders
- Meatzaa
- Mongolian Beef
- Gluten Free Meatball Recipe
Curry Meatball Recipe
Whole30 Curry Meatballs with Sauce (Paleo)
Equipment
- 1 medium-large mixing bowl
- 1 large pan or Dutch oven
- 1 wooden spoon
- Measuring spoons
- measuring cups
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground pork
- ½ Tbsp. curry powder
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. turmeric powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 Tbsp. arrowroot powder
Gravy
- 3 Tbsp. shortening can use ghee, or butter if not Whole30
- 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. arrowroot powder
- ½ cup almond milk
- 1-¾ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt less if broth is salty
- 1 Tbsp. curry powder
- ½ tsp. turmeric powder
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
Instructions
- Place all the meatball ingredients in a medium sized bowl. Mix thoroughly. Form into 12 balls and set aside.
- Melt the shortening in a large pan or skillet on medium heat. Whisk in the powder. While whisking, slowly add the milk followed by the broth. Whisk in the spices. Let simmer for just a few minutes to thicken and infuse flavors.
- Place the meatballs into the sauce. Gently stir to coat. Keep on a light simmer and cover. Cook for about 10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165. Turn over halfway through.
- Serve and enjoy!
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