Soy & Sesame Pork Balls Recipe

Name: Soy & Sesame Pork Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 40 g sesame seeds; 480 g pork mince; 1 egg, lightly whisked; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon ketjap manis; 45 g rice flour; ¼ cup loosely packed finely chopped fresh Thai basil; 2 green shallots, ends trimmed, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; peanut oil, to shallow-fry; plum sauce or sweet chili sauce, to serve

Servings: persons

40 g sesame seeds
480 g pork mince
1 egg, lightly whisked
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon ketjap manis
45 g rice flour
¼ cup loosely packed finely chopped fresh Thai basil
2 green shallots, ends trimmed, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
peanut oil, to shallow-fry
plum sauce or sweet chili sauce, to serve

1
Heat a small non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
2
Add sesame seeds and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted.
3
move from heat.
4
Combine the pork mince, egg, oyster sauce, kecap manis, rice flour, Thai basil, green shallot and garlic in a large glass or ceramic bowl.
5
Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 2 hours to develop the flavours.
6
Use your hands to roll 1 tablespoonful of pork mixture into a ball.
7
Place on a plate.
8
Repeat to make another 23 balls.
9
add enough oil to a large frying pan to reach a depth of 2cm and heat over high heat.
10
Add half the pork balls and shallow-fry for 4 minutes or until brown and cooked.
11
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towel.
12
Repeat with remaining pork balls, reheating oil between batches.
13
Transfer the pork balls to a serving platter.
14
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve with plum or sweet chilli sauce.

502

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Protein

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 40 g sesame seeds, 480 g pork mince, 1 egg, lightly whisked, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, and more.

Yes, Soy & Sesame Pork Balls 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.

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Soy & Sesame Pork Balls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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