Chinese Meatballs With Snow Peas from the House of Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2
Chinese Meatballs With Snow Peas from the House of Rice for a satisfying dinner
in Dinner

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
0.5 can water chestnuts ( chopped )
1/2 onion ( chopped )
2 green onions ( diced )
2 slices ginger , root ( minced )
1 celery rib ( chopped )
1 tablespoon cooking sherry
salt and pepper
1 egg
4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 garlic cloves
3/4 lb fresh snow pea
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cooking sherry
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon black vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
534
Sugar
3g
Fat
31g
Chinese Meatballs With Snow Peas from the House of Rice is a traditional Chinese-American dish that combines the savory flavors of pork meatballs and the refreshing crunchiness of snow peas. Ginger, garlic, onions, and green onions are the classic flavors that help bind everything together while the sesame oil adds a nutty, rich flavor to the dish. This recipe is perfect for those who want to add variety and culture to their mealtime. The dish can be served as either a main or side dish, accompanied by freshly steamed white rice. As an added bonus, this recipe is easy to prepare and can be a great go-to recipe for a quick and satisfying dinner.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork, water chestnuts, onions, green onions, ginger, celery, cooking sherry, salt, pepper, egg, and cornstarch. Mix well.
2.Roll the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inch in size.
3.In a large skillet or wok over high heat, add a tablespoon of sesame oil and minced garlic. Cook garlic until fragrant for about 30 seconds.
4.Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, around 6-8 minutes.
5.Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.
6.In the same skillet over medium heat, add the snow peas, chicken broth, cornstarch, cooking sherry, salt, pepper, sugar, black vinegar, and sesame oil. Cook and stir gently until the snow peas are tender-crisp and the sauce is thickened.
7.Add the meatballs back to the skillet and stir until coated completely with sauce.
8.Serve hot with white rice.

PROS

The Chinese Meatballs are packed with protein and are flavorful.
In addition, Snow peas are low in calories and high in vitamins A and C.

CONS

These meatballs contain cornstarch which can increase calorie intake and are not gluten-free.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Chinese Meatballs With Snow Peas from the House of Rice are a great source of protein and vitamins. Pork is an excellent source of protein and can support muscle growth and repair. Snow peas are low in calories and high in vitamins A and C, which help promote healthy skin and support the immune system. Sesame oil has shown to aid in healthy cell growth, reduce inflammation and helps maintain a healthy digestive system.

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