Lion's Head Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 small head (about 1 lb) napa cabbage, chopped into 2-inch pieces
• 4 whole scallions, white and light green parts, chopped
• 1.5 tbsp ginger, minced
• 2 cups chicken or pork broth
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix ground pork with half the scallions, 1 tbsp ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and a pinch of salt until just combined.

2. 2

   Roll mixture into 8 large meatballs (about golf-ball size) and set aside on a plate.

3. 3

   Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

4. 4

   Add meatballs and sear without moving for 3 minutes until golden on one side, then roll and sear 2 minutes more.

5. 5

   Pour in broth, add remaining 0.5 tbsp ginger and 1 tbsp soy sauce, then nestle in cabbage and bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Cover and simmer for 12 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and cabbage is tender. Drizzle sesame oil and top with remaining scallions.

Tools you’ll need

• large skillet (12-inch minimum)
• mixing bowl
• spoon or spatula

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