Daikon Noodles and Broccolini with Asian Pork Meatballs
Ingredients
- for the meatballs
- 1 lblean ground pork
- 1 tsppeeled and minced ginger
- ⅓ cchopped scallions
- 1 tbspsoy sauce
or tamari, if you’re gluten free
- 1 tspfinely minced garlic
- 3 tspchopped cilantro
- to tastesalt and pepper
- for the soup
- 1 tspsesame oil
- 1 tbsppeeled and minced ginger
- 2 bunchesbroccolini)
halved (make sure to cut off any rough ends on the stems
- to tastepepper
- 4 cchicken broth
- 2 cwater
- 1 tbspsoy sauce
or tamari, if you’re gluten free
- 1 tbspfish sauce
- 2 tspchili sauce or sriracha
- 3 mediumdaikon radishes
peeled, blade c, noodles trimmed
- ½ ccilantro leaves
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place all of the ingredients for the meatballs into a large bowl and mix together. Form 10-12 golf ball sized meatballs with hands and place on the parchment paper. Bake until cooked through, about 18 minutes.
- 3
Once you place the meatballs in the oven to bake, place a large saucepan over medium heat and add in the sesame oil. Once oil heats, add in the ginger, cooking for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add in the broccolini, season with pepper and cook for 3-5 minutes or until it turns bright green. Add in the chicken broth, water, soy sauce, fish sauce and chili sauce. Cover and bring to a boil and then uncover, lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes until broccolini is crisp-tender. Then, add in the daikon noodles and cook for 3-5 minutes or until noodles are to your preference (if you like al dente, no more than 3 minutes, if you like softer, go up to 5 minutes.)
- 4
Portion the soup into bowls, top with 3 golf ball sized meatballs. Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.
Daikon Noodles and Broccolini with Asian Pork Meatballs
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply flavorful, yet light and satisfying meal that comes together without fuss? These Daikon Noodles and Broccolini with Asian Pork Meatballs offer a vibrant bowl of comfort, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
The genius of this recipe lies in its balanced layers of flavor and texture. Tender, savory Asian pork meatballs infuse the rich broth with aromatic ginger, garlic, and cilantro, while fresh daikon radish is transformed into delicate, slurpable noodles. Crisp broccolini adds a welcome green bite, creating a dish that feels both hearty and wholesome.
Expect a symphony of savory, umami-rich flavors with a hint of warmth from the chili sauce. The meatballs are wonderfully tender, complementing the firm-tender broccolini and the unique, subtly peppery daikon noodles. The fragrant broth ties everything together, making each spoonful an inviting experience. This is a wonderfully balanced meal, offering a fresh take on a classic Asian-inspired soup that you'll be eager to make again.
Feel free to customize this bowl to your liking. For a gluten-free version, ensure you use tamari instead of soy sauce in both the meatballs and the broth. You could swap the ground pork for ground chicken or turkey in the meatballs, or use napa cabbage or bok choy in place of broccolini for a different green. If you prefer less spice, adjust the chili sauce to taste, or omit it entirely. You can also add a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end for an extra bright finish.
This wholesome and inviting dish is ideal for a comforting family dinner or a cozy meal when you need something nourishing. Serve it simply in deep bowls, garnished with extra fresh cilantro.