Braised Pork Balls in Gravy

This is a traditional Chinese dish, also known as 'Lion's Head', featuring tender and juicy pork meatballs braised in a flavorful gravy.
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Braised Pork Balls in Gravy

Ingredients - Serves 4

Let's Get Started

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, green onions, ginger, egg, soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 4 large meatballs.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1 hour.
  5. Add the bok choy to the skillet and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the bok choy is tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Serve the meatballs and gravy over rice, if desired.

Dietary Info

  • Dish Type: Main Course
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Calories: 500
  • Fat: 30g
  • Carbs: 20g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Sugar: 5g