Ingredients
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Before we dive into the cooking process, let’s gather our ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these delicious skewers:
- 1 pound ground chicken or turkey
- 1/4 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken or turkey with Thai basil, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Thread the meatballs onto skewers, leaving space between each.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F).
- Remove from grill, let rest, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure to soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten-Free