Asian Meatball Soup Recipe

Name: Asian Meatball Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Meatballs; 8 ounces lean ground beef; 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; Soup; 8 ounces fresh broccoli florets; 8 ounces baby carrots, cut in half diagonally; 2 (3 ounce) packages oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles (with flavoring pkt); 6 ounces fresh sugar snap peas, stems and strings removed (about 2 1/4 C); 2 teaspoons dark oriental sesame oil; sliced scallion (for garnish)

Servings: persons

Meatballs
8 ounces lean ground beef
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
Soup
8 ounces fresh broccoli florets
8 ounces baby carrots, cut in half diagonally
2 (3 ounce) packages oriental-flavor instant ramen noodles (with flavoring pkt)
6 ounces fresh sugar snap peas, stems and strings removed (about 2 1/4 C)
2 teaspoons dark oriental sesame oil
sliced scallion (for garnish)

1
Meatballs: Mix ingredients until blended. Place mixture on wax paper and pat into a 6-inch square; cut into 36 (1 inch) squares.
2
Bring 5 cups water to a gentle boil in a 4- to 5-qt pot.
3
Add carrots, cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes until almost tender.
4
Add meatballs to pot, 1 at a time. Stir in contents of noodle seasoning packets and the broccoli. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 6 to 7 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
5
Break each block of noodles into 4 pieces and add to soup; cook, stirring to separate strands, about 1 minute.
6
Stir in sugar snap peas and boil gently 2 minutes or until noodles are tender and peas turn bright green.
7
Stir in sesame oil and remove from heat. Garnish bowls with scallions and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Meatballs, 8 ounces lean ground beef, 1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs, 1 large egg white, and more.

Yes, Asian Meatball Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asian Meatball Soup

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