Delicious Chinese Pork Meatballs

These Chinese pork meatballs are a tasty and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or as part of a larger Chinese feast. Made with ground pork, breadcrumbs, ginger, garlic, and a variety of spices, these meatballs are bursting with flavor. They are also incredibly quick and easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or add them to a rice or noodle dish for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, Chinese five-spice powder, salt, black pepper, cilantro, and water chestnuts (if using). Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
4. Place the meatballs in the skillet, leaving some space between them. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
5. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
6. Serve the Chinese pork meatballs hot as an appetizer with a dipping sauce of your choice, or add them to a stir-fry or noodle dish for a complete meal.

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