Chinese Lion's Head Soup

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chinese Lion's Head Soup.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious pork meatball soup, grab a mixing bowl and combine the ground pork with an egg, cornstarch, two teaspoons of sesame oil, minced ginger, and monosodium glutamate if you’re using it.

2. Step 2

   Sprinkle in some salt and toss in half of the chopped green onions.

3. Step 3

   Now, roll up your sleeves and mix everything together with your hands until it’s well blended.

4. Step 4

   Set this flavorful mixture aside for a moment.

5. Step 5

   Next, heat some vegetable oil in a wok or a large skillet over high heat.

6. Step 6

   Once the oil is shimmering, add in the napa cabbage and stir-fry it for about two to three minutes, just until it starts to wilt and soften.

7. Step 7

   This will add a lovely texture to your soup.

8. Step 8

   Now, pour in the chicken broth, water, and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a lively boil.

9. Step 9

   Once it’s bubbling away, reduce the heat to medium to keep things simmering gently.

10. Step 10

    Using a spoon, scoop out portions of the pork mixture and shape them into 1-inch meatballs.

11. Step 11

    Carefully drop these little flavor bombs into the boiling soup.

12. Step 12

    Once all the meatballs are in, cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for about ten minutes.

13. Step 13

    This is where the magic happens as the meatballs cook through and infuse the broth with their savory goodness.

14. Step 14

    After ten minutes, take a moment to taste the soup and adjust the salt if needed.

15. Step 15

    When you’re happy with the flavor, serve it hot, garnished with the remaining green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil for that extra touch of richness.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy your comforting bowl of pork meatball soup, perfect for warming your soul!.