Pearl Meat Balls

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2
Juicy and flavorful Pearl Meat Balls recipe
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Prep

130 min (including the soaking time)

Cook

20 min

Ready In

150 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sweet rice ( glutinous rice )
1 lb ground pork
2 green onions , chopped
1 egg white
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sherry wine
2 tablespoons Bisquick baking mix or 2 tablespoons cornstarch
5 water chestnuts , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
329
Sugar
1g
Fat
22g
Pearl Meat Balls is a traditional Taiwanese cuisine that is popular in many other Asian countries. It is a delicious and healthy dish that features tender and juicy pork meatballs with a surprise bite of water chestnuts and a sweet pop of glutinous rice. The meatballs are easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or main course. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

Instructions

1.Rinse the sweet rice with cold water and drain it. Soak the rice with 2 cups of water for at least 2 hours.
2.Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a mixing bowl, add in the ground pork, green onions, egg white, soy sauce, salt, sherry wine, Bisquick baking mix or cornstarch, and chopped water chestnuts into the bowl and mix well.
3.Drain the water from the soaked sweet rice and mix it into the pork mixture until well combined.
4.Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5 inch meatballs, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until fully cooked, flipping them halfway through cooking for even browning.

PROS

These meatballs are juicy and flavorful, with the sweet taste of glutinous rice and the crunch of water chestnuts.
They are easy to make and can be prepared in advance to save time.

CONS

The sweet rice in the recipe may be unfamiliar to some people and can be difficult to find in certain grocery stores.
The meatballs can also be a bit sticky due to the glutinous rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a great option for those on a low-carb diet. Glutinous rice has been shown to help with digestion and reduce inflammation. Water chestnuts contain high amounts of fiber and help promote blood circulation.

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