Lion's Head Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the pork, soy sauce, wine, sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and scallions. Mix well to combine.
2. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.
5. Serve the meatballs in a bowl with the broth.

Interesting Facts

• Lion's head meatballs are a classic Chinese dish, often served during the Chinese New Year.
• The name of the dish comes from the way the meatballs resemble a lion's head.
• The meatballs can also be served over noodles or rice.