Soup with Pork Meatballs and Ginger
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 455
- Carbohydrates g 5.7
- of which sugars g 3.5
- Protein g 21.4
- Fats g 38.5
- of which saturated fat g 12.47
- Fiber g 1.2
- Cholesterol mg 77
- Sodium mg 2506
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 15 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
This pork meatball soup is just perfect when the weather turns chilly. Seriously good. It's filled with tender pork meatballs, infused with ginger and lemongrass, giving it a fresh and aromatic kick. I mean, the broth fills the kitchen with such a spicy scent, you'll want to grab a big bowl immediately. The flavor? It is all about balance—this Asian meatball soup has a nice tangy zip from the ginger. Really tasty. The pork keeps it mellow. Adding bok choy or other leafy greens gives the soup color, crunch, and a bit of moist richness. Pretty much a great pick-me-up after a long day or when you need comfort beyond basic soup.
In many Asian homes, ginger pork meatball soup is known for its warming spices and deep, savory flavor that feels like a hug from the inside. And listen, some folks add a touch of chili for a spicy edge, while others prefer just lemongrass and ginger to highlight the sweet notes. The best part? How the broth absorbs all the flavors from the meatballs and veggies. Each spoonful is a burst of classic pork meatball soup recipe taste. On cold nights or when you are feeling under the weather, this soup is famous for helping you shake off the chills. It’s not just food—it’s like a bowl of well-being, with a zesty aroma and golden broth that promises something soothing and special. With each bite, you’ll see why this ginger pork meatball soup is a favorite for anyone wanting something tasty and comforting. That’s the beauty of an easy pork meatball soup: simple ingredients, good flavors, and a bowl that makes everything feel a little brighter. Really, it does.
INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for the broth
- Water 6.3 cups (1.5 l)
- Chard 5 ½ cups (200 g)
- Soy sauce 2.7 tbsp (40 g)
- Fresh ginger 1 oz (30 g)
- Dashi 4 tsp - granular
- Lemongrass 2
- Fresh chili pepper 1 - long
- For about 16 meatballs
- Pork 1.1 lbs (500 g) - ground
- Fresh ginger 3 ½ tbsp (20 g)
- Chives to taste
- Garlic 1 clove
- Vegetable oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- for garnish
- Fresh scallion ½ cup (40 g)
How to prepare Soup with Pork Meatballs and Ginger
To make the soup with pork meatballs and ginger, first bring the water to a boil in a large pot, then proceed to prepare the ingredients for the broth. Wash the Swiss chard, remove the bottom parts of the stems and coarsely chop them into pieces 1. Wash the lemongrass sticks, remove the ends, and cut them into fairly large chunks 2. Finally, wash the chili pepper and cut it into slices 3.
When the water reaches a boil, add the soy sauce 4, the Swiss chard 5, and the lemongrass 6,
the fresh ginger that you have previously peeled 7, the dashi 8, and the chili pepper 9 and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
In the meantime, you can prepare the meatballs: place the ground pork in a large bowl, add the crushed garlic clove 10, salt 11, pepper, and grated ginger 12
and the finely chopped chives 13, then mix the mixture with your hands 14 and form balls about 1.25 inches in diameter. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan, place the meatballs inside 15
and cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, turning them on all sides to brown them evenly 16. In the meantime, wash, trim, and slice the spring onion into thin rounds 17. When the soup is ready, divide it into serving bowls 18,
then add about 4 meatballs per person 19 and garnish with fresh spring onion 20. Your soup with pork meatballs and ginger is ready to be enjoyed piping hot 21!