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Beyti Sarma
Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Lion Head Meatballs
Oversized tender meatballs simmer with napa cabbage in a light soy and ginger broth for a Jiangsu comfort classic.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 4~560 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 70 min cook
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 45 min- Prep35 min
- Cooking1 h 10 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 700 gr Ground beef
- 1 adet Egg
- 0.5 su bardagi(~100 ml) Panko or breadcrumbs
- 1 yemek kasigi(~15 ml) Fresh ginger
- 3 dal Scallions
- 3 yemek kasigi(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 2 yemek kasigi(~30 ml) Cornstarch
- 0.5 adet Napa cabbage
- 4 su bardagi(~800 ml) Chicken stock
- 1 tatli kasigi(~10 ml) Sesame oil
- 2 yemek kasigi(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the ground meat, egg, panko, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, and starch for 5 minutes, until sticky.
5 min05:00 - 2
Divide the mixture into 4 large meatballs and roll with wet hands.
- 3
Heat the oil in a wide pan and brown the outside of the meatballs for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 4
Cut the napa cabbage into large pieces and spread it over the bottom of a pot.
- 5
Place the meatballs on the cabbage, then add the chicken stock and sesame oil.
- 6
Cover and cook at a very gentle simmer for 50 minutes.
50 min50:00 - 7
Uncover and reduce the liquid for 10 minutes, then serve without breaking the meatballs.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Stirring the meat mixture in one direction for a long time keeps the large meatballs silky and intact.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with the cabbage broth, steamed rice, and spicy cucumber.
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- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~560
kcal calories
34
g protein
22
g carbs
36
g fat
Protein 25%Carbs 16%Fat 59%
GI 44 · Low GIGL 10 · Low GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Egg
- Soy
- Gluten
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Lion Head Meatballs make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Lion Head Meatballs take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 70 minutes; 105 minutes in total.Is Lion Head Meatballs difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Lion Head Meatballs have?
Approximately 560 kcal per serving. Protein: 34g, carbs: 22g, fat: 36g.Which allergens does Lion Head Meatballs contain?
This recipe contains Egg, Soy, Gluten, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Lion Head Meatballs belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Lion Head Meatballs need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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