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Lemongrass Pork Meatballs

Savory ground pork meatballs infused with minced lemongrass, garlic, and fresh herbs, baked until golden.

35 minEasyServes 4340 cal/serving

VietnameseDinnerOvenHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemongrass, minced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium shallot, minced
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 2 tbsp minced fresh lemongrass, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 medium minced shallot, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

  3. 3

    Mix ingredients thoroughly until combined, then shape into 12 even meatballs.

  4. 4

    Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

  5. 5

    Bake for 15 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Lemongrass Pork Meatballs?

As written, 35 minutes: 20 of prep and 15 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (15 minutes): "Bake for 15 minutes until browned and internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F."

What temperature do I cook Lemongrass Pork Meatballs at?

For Lemongrass Pork Meatballs, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 15 minutes, in step 5. The target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of lemongrass in Lemongrass Pork Meatballs?

The entry for Lemongrass Pork Meatballs calls for 2 tbsp fresh lemongrass, minced. In its place: Use the zest of one lemon plus a thin slice of fresh ginger per stalk. It is brighter and less floral, but it fills the same space.

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of ground pork in Lemongrass Pork Meatballs?

Yes. Use dark-meat ground chicken or turkey if you can, and add a teaspoon of oil per half pound, since pork brings fat that poultry does not. As written, the entry for Lemongrass Pork Meatballs uses 1 lb ground pork.

How much protein is in Lemongrass Pork Meatballs?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 28 g of protein in about 340 calories, alongside 6 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

How do I store and reheat Lemongrass Pork Meatballs?

Refrigerate what is left of Lemongrass Pork Meatballs within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat covered in a 300 F oven until warmed through.

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