Four Happiness Meatballs Recipe

Name: Four Happiness Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1 pound ground beef; 6 ounces Chinese sausage(Lop Cheong), coarsely chopped; 1/3 cup finely chopped jicama; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon shredded tangerine peel; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 pound ground beef
6 ounces Chinese sausage(Lop Cheong), coarsely chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped jicama
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons Chinese rice wine or dry sherry
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon shredded tangerine peel
2 teaspoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cooking oil

1
Place sesame seeds in a small frying pan over medium heat; cook, shaking pan frequently, until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
2
Immediately remove from pan to cool.
3
Combine meatball ingredients in a medium bowl; mix well.
4
Shape mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
5
Combine glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
6
Place a wide nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat until hot.
7
Add oil, swirling to coat sides.
8
Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and meat is no longer pink in center, 6 to 8 minutes (cut to test).
9
Drain oil from pan.
10
Pour glazing mixture over meatballs; cook over high heat until meatballs are nicely glazed, about 2 minutes.
11
Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

480

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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: 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, 1 pound ground beef, 6 ounces Chinese sausage(Lop Cheong), coarsely chopped, 1/3 cup finely chopped jicama, and more.

Yes, Four Happiness Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Four Happiness Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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