Crab Meat Lion’S Head

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Plump, savory meatballs enriched with sweet crab meat and braised in a light savory broth.
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These Lion’s Head meatballs are a classic Chinese comfort food that elevates simple ground pork with the luxurious sweetness of crab meat. The result is a tender, juicy bite that holds together perfectly while absorbing the subtle flavors of ginger, scallion, and soy sauce. Braised gently with crisp celery or Chinese cabbage, this dish offers a beautiful balance of textures and a comforting, home-style aroma. It’s an impressive yet manageable meal perfect for family dinners or when you want to treat yourself to something special without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying experience.

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Crab Meat Lion’S Head

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 307.8

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These Lion's Head meatballs are a classic Chinese comfort food that elevates simple ground pork with the luxurious sweetness of crab meat. The result is a tender, juicy bite that holds together perfectly while absorbing the subtle flavors of ginger, scallion, and soy sauce. Braised gently with crisp celery or Chinese cabbage, this dish offers a beautiful balance of textures and a comforting, home-style aroma. It&# 226;ÂÂs an impressive yet manageable meal perfect for family dinners or when you want to treat yourself to something special without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine ground pork, crab meat, eggs, sherry, salt, cornstarch, black pepper, minced scallions, minced ginger, and light soy sauce in a large bowl.
  2. Mix ingredients thoroughly until well combined, then shape the mixture into 5 large, round meatballs.
  3. Cut celery or Chinese cabbage into 2-inch segments and set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the meatballs until browned on all sides, approximately 8 minutes total, turning occasionally.
  6. Add enough broth or water to come halfway up the sides of the meatballs.
  7. Cover the pan and simmer for 15 minutes to cook the meatballs through.
  8. Add the celery or Chinese cabbage segments to the pan.
  9. Continue simmering uncovered until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  10. Mix cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
  11. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering liquid and cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
  12. Serve hot, spooning the sauce and vegetables over the meatballs.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 307.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.6g31%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
Sodium 70.4mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 30.6g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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