Asian Steamed Pork Meatballs Sesame Noodles Salad Recipe

Craving delicious Chinese takeout but hate the wait? This vibrant 3-course Asian meal is ready in under an hour! Enjoy juicy steamed pork meatballs (perfect as an appetizer or main course) served alongside refreshing chilled sesame noodles and a crunchy Asian salad bursting with napa cabbage, mandarin oranges, cucumber, red onion, and water chestnuts. A simple, flavorful dipping sauce unites all the elements. This recipe uses readily available ingredients and features a clever time-saving technique: while the meatballs steam, you'll whip up the salad and noodles! Get ready for a quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying Asian feast.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 887.9 kcal
Protein 78g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Asian Steamed Pork Meatballs Sesame Noodles Salad

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Ingredients for Asian Steamed Pork Meatballs Sesame Noodles Salad

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • Button Mushrooms
  • Scallions
  • Garlic
  • Rice Wine
  • Hoisin Sauce
  • Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Chicken Broth
  • Meatballs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (for meatballs), 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for salad), 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for dipping sauce)
  • Lime Juice
  • Noodles
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for meatballs), 1/4 cup sesame oil (for noodles), 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for salad), 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for dipping sauce)
  • Vegetable Oil
  • pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Peanuts
  • Salad Dressing
  • 1 cup shredded Napa cabbage
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup segmented mandarin oranges
  • Sliced Water Chestnuts
  • Cucumbers

How to Make Asian Steamed Pork Meatballs Sesame Noodles Salad

  1. **Make the Meatballs:** In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons grated ginger, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Gently mix until just combined. Roll into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. **Steam the Meatballs:** Place meatballs in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  3. **Prepare the Sesame Noodles:** Cook 8 oz dried noodles according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and toss with 1/4 cup sesame oil, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, and 1 teaspoon sesame seeds.
  4. **Make the Asian Salad:** In a large bowl, combine 1 cup shredded Napa cabbage, 1/2 cup segmented mandarin oranges, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup water chestnuts (sliced). Whisk together 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil; pour over salad and toss gently.
  5. **Prepare the Dipping Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon honey, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
  6. **Assemble and Serve:** Arrange the steamed meatballs, sesame noodles, and Asian salad on plates. Serve with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

139 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

66g

Carbs

26g