Chinese Lion's Head Soup
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Recipe Summary Chinese Lion's Head Soup
This is my family's version of lion's head soup and for me it is the best type of comfort food! It is best served with white sticky rice, and wonderful enjoyed on a cold winter day.Ingredients | Chicken Fish Head Smoking1 pound ground pork1 egg1 tablespoon cornstarch2 teaspoons sesame oil1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG) (Optional)1 teaspoon salt2 green onions, chopped and divided1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 head napa cabbage, cored and cut into chunks2 cups low-sodium chicken broth2 cups water, or as needed1 tablespoon soy sauce2 teaspoons sesame oilDirectionsMix the ground pork, egg, cornstarch, 2 teaspoons of sesame oil, ginger, monosodium glutamate, salt, and half of the chopped green onions together in a bowl. Use your hands to mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed. Set aside.Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. When the oil is hot, fry the napa cabbage, stirring constantly, until cabbage begins to wilt, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, water, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium.Use a spoon to form the meat mixture into 1 inch balls. Drop them into the boiling soup. When the last ball has been added, cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes. Taste, and adjust salt before serving. Garnish with remaining green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil.Info | Chicken Fish Head Smokingprep: 15 mins cook: 20 mins total: 35 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings
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