Porcupine Meatballs
Description: Dive into the delightful flavors of Porcupine Meatballs with this recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. These meatballs are a perfect combination of savory meat, fragrant spices, and tender rice, creating a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or a potluck with friends.
Recipe Category: Rice
Keywords: Meat, Chinese, Asian, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Inexpensive
Aggregated Rating: 4.5 🌟
Review Count: 2
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 385.8
- Fat Content: 18.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6g
- Cholesterol Content: 122.6mg
- Sodium Content: 678.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.6g
- Protein Content: 29.9g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Green onions |
| 1/2 | Garlic |
| 3 | Fresh ginger |
| 2 | Hamburger |
| 1 | Long-grain rice |
| 1 | Soy sauce |
| 1/2 | Cayenne |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/8 | Chicken broth |
| 1 | Fresh ginger |
| 1 | Water |
| 1/4 | Green onion |
| 4 | Red pepper |
| 1 1/2 | Sesame oil |
Instructions:
- In a large deep skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. 🍳
- Add red pepper and cook until tender, stirring occasionally. 🌶️
- Add green onions, garlic, and minced ginger; cook while stirring for 1 minute longer. 🧄
- Transfer vegetable mixture to a medium-size bowl and stir in hamburger, uncooked rice, soy sauce, cayenne, and egg until well blended. 🥩
- Line a 15 1/2×10 1/2 inch pan with waxed paper. 📜
- Shape the meat mixture to form 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them in the pan. ⚽
- Using the same skillet, heat the chicken broth, sesame oil, ginger slices, and 1 1/2 cups of water to boiling over high heat. 🔥
- Arrange the meatballs in the simmering broth mixture and heat to boiling. 🍲
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. ⏲️
- Serve meatballs with broth in shallow bowls and garnish with green onion and red pepper strips. 🍽️
These Porcupine Meatballs are bursting with flavor and are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy the tender meatballs soaked in a savory broth, complemented by the aromatic blend of spices and rice. Whether you’re a fan of Asian cuisine or simply looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish, these meatballs are bound to satisfy your cravings.
