Surinamese Stewed Meatballs / Surinaamse Gestoofde Gehaktballen

Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, and curry powder in a bowl until well combined.

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add meatballs to the skillet and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced bell pepper and carrot; cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Return meatballs to the skillet and add bay leaves and thyme.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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