Chinese Vegetable Soup With Shrimp and Pork Meatballs

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 0
Chinese Vegetable Soup With Shrimp and Pork Meatballs, a healthy and nutritious Chinese-style soup perfect for any day
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 egg whites
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 scallions
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves
1 lb ground pork
1/2 lb shrimp
1/2 cup water chestnut
7 cups chicken stock
6 scallions
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 large carrot
2 cups chopped bok choy ( or cabbage )
1 cup snow peas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
290
Sugar
4g
Fat
12g
This Chinese Vegetable Soup With Shrimp and Pork Meatballs is a delicious and healthy twist on traditional Chinese soups. The recipe is packed with ginger, garlic, and scallions, giving it an authentic flavor that's sure to satisfy any craving. The meatballs are made with ground pork, shrimp, and water chestnuts, which gives them a unique taste and texture, and the addition of bok choy and snow peas adds color, flavor, and nutrition to the soup. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner or a soothing meal to warm you up on a cold day, this Chinese Vegetable Soup is sure to hit the spot.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of soy sauce with 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and the egg whites, then add the sesame oil, chopped cilantro, grated fresh ginger, and minced garlic for the meatballs.
2.Add in the ground pork, peeled and deveined shrimp, and chopped water chestnuts, and mix until everything is well combined.
3.Roll tablespoon-sized meatballs and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
4.In a large pot, bring 7 cups of chicken stock to a simmer and add in the minced garlic, grated fresh ginger, and sliced scallions.
5.Add the meatballs to the simmering stock, followed by the chopped bok choy (or cabbage), and sliced carrots, and continue to simmer for 10 minutes.
6.Finally, add in the snow peas and continue to simmer for 3-5 more minutes until the vegetables are tender and the meatballs are cooked through. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This Chinese Vegetable Soup is packed with nutrients and flavor, and the meatballs make it a filling and satisfying meal.

It’s also a great way to get in a wide variety of vegetables and lean protein.

The soup can be made in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer for healthy, easy meals throughout the week.

CONS

The meatballs do require a little bit of prep work, and the soup needs some time to simmer, so it’s not the quickest meal to prepare.

Also, some of the ingredients, like water chestnuts and bok choy, may not be readily available at every grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great way to get in a variety of vegetables, which are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber that support overall health and well-being.
The lean protein from the pork and shrimp can also support muscle growth and repair, and the ginger and garlic in the meatballs have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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