spinach meatball soup

Spinball Soup: A Step-by-Step Guide

Spinball soup, a comforting and nutritious dish, combines tender spinach balls in a flavorful broth. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate it at home.

Ingredients: For the spinach balls, you’ll need 300g fresh spinach (blanched and chopped), 200g ground pork or chicken, 1 egg, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to taste. For the broth, use 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock, 1 sliced mushroom, 1 carrot (julienned), and a pinch of sugar.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the spinach balls: Squeeze excess water from the blanched spinach. Mix it with ground meat, egg, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Roll into 1.5-inch balls.

2. Make the broth: In a pot, bring stock to a simmer. Add mushrooms and carrots, cooking for 3 minutes. Gently drop the spinach balls into the broth. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the balls are firm and cooked through.

3. Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with a pinch of sugar if desired. Garnish with chopped green onions or a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve hot with steamed rice for a complete meal.

This versatile soup is quick to prepare, healthy, and loved by all ages. Enjoy its fresh, savory flavors in every spoonful!