Lion'S Head Casserole Recipe

Name: Lion'S Head Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lean pork; 4 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in warm water for at least 10 mins; 1 bunch green onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh); 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons dried shrimp (optional); 2 -3 lbs napa cabbage, chop to fit in pot; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 7 ounces firm tofu, diced; 4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided; 4 teaspoons cooking wine, divided; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 5 cups chicken stock; 1 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 2 teaspoons brown sugar

Servings: persons

1 lb ground lean pork
4 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in warm water for at least 10 mins
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ginger (fresh)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons dried shrimp (optional)
2 -3 lbs napa cabbage, chop to fit in pot
1 egg, lightly beaten
7 ounces firm tofu, diced
4 tablespoons soy sauce, divided
4 teaspoons cooking wine, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 cups chicken stock
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons brown sugar

1
Fill a big pot with chicken stock, add water and bring to low boil and simmer.
2
Add the cabbage.
3
While you get that going, start making the meatballs.
4
Squeeze out excess water from the mushrooms, mince and set aside, make sure to save the soaking water to add flavor to the soup later!
5
Mix the ground pork with the egg, minced mushrooms, oyster sauce, tofu, salt, pepper, ginger, green onions, cornstarch, and 2 Tbs soy sauce, 2 tsp cooking wine, plus minced dried shrimp if using. (make sure you mince it finely before adding).
6
Mix throughly, using a spoon to help, make meatballs and place into pot on top of the cabbage. Add brown sugar and left over 2 Tbs soy sauce to soup. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours or longer for tender meatballs. Before serving taste and adjust seasonings of soup by adding more salt or soy sauce or pepper.

883

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground lean pork, 4 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in warm water for at least 10 mins, 1 bunch green onion, chopped, 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh), and more.

Yes, Lion'S Head Casserole falls under the Seafood 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.

Lion'S Head Casserole

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