Pearl Rice Balls with Ginger-Sesame Sauce Recipe

Name: Pearl Rice Balls with Ginger-Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup short-grain Asian rice; 3 large cabbage leaves; 1 pound ground pork; 4 scallions, minced; 6 water chestnuts, minced; 2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons sake; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons minced scallions; 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh peeled ginger; 2 teaspoons hot sesame chile oil; 2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup short-grain Asian rice
3 large cabbage leaves
1 pound ground pork
4 scallions, minced
6 water chestnuts, minced
2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sake
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons minced scallions
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh peeled ginger
2 teaspoons hot sesame chile oil
2 teaspoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar

1
Make the Rice Balls In a medium bowl, cover the rice with water and let stand for 30 minutes.
2
Drain and spread on paper towels to dry, then transfer to a shallow bowl.
3
Make the Rice Balls Fill a large saucepan with 3 inches of water and bring to a boil.
4
Line a bamboo steamer basket with the cabbage leaves or parchment paper.
5
In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix well.
6
Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls.
7
Coat the balls in the rice, pressing gently to help the rice adhere.
8
Arrange the balls in the steamer basket, leaving at least 3/4 inch between them.
9
Cover and steam over the boiling water until the rice is tender and the meatball is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
10
Meanwhile, Make the Sauce In a medium bowl, whisk all of the ingredients together.
11
Transfer the rice balls to a platter and serve with the dipping sauce.

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* 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup short-grain Asian rice, 3 large cabbage leaves, 1 pound ground pork, 4 scallions, minced, and more.

Yes, Pearl Rice Balls with Ginger-Sesame Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pearl Rice Balls with Ginger-Sesame Sauce

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