SHANGHAI STYLE LION'S HEAD MEATBALLS

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The dish originated in the region of Yangzhou and Zhenjiang in Jiangsu province. The dish became a part of Shanghai cuisine with the influx of migrants in the 19th and early 20th century.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided
10 leaves napa cabbage
1 (4 ounce) package enoki mushrooms, stems trimmed
1/4 cup light soy sauce, divided
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup water
1 lb ground pork
1/2 cup water chestnut, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons shaoxing wine

Steps:

  • Pour 1 tsp sesame oil in a 6-qt saucepan and arrange cabbage leaves in an even layer. Place mushrooms over the leaves in an even layer.
  • Pour 2 tbsp light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and 1 cup water over leaves and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine pork, water chestnuts, ginger and garlic. Add remaining sesame oil and light soy sauce, along with cornstarch and wine. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  • Divide mixture evenly into about eight meatballs. Arrange meatballs evenly on top of cabbage. Heat over medium-low heat, and bring to a simmer. Cook, covered, until cooked through (about 25 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.2, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 1346.1, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 22.7

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