Radish Ball Soup
Soup

Radish Ball Soup

timer 15 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Radish Ball Soup

About This Recipe

This comforting White Radish and Pork Meatball Soup is a flavorful, nourishing dish that’s perfect for chilly days. Fragrant scallions are fried until golden, infusing the oil with rich aroma, then combined with savory chicken or bone broth for a deep, umami base. Tender white radish strips soften into sweet, translucent ribbons, while juicy pork meatballs—seasoned with cornstarch, cooking wine, and pepper—add hearty texture. The meatballs are gently simmered to perfection, ensuring they stay tender and moist. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh scallions, this soup balances lightness and richness in every spoonful. Simple yet satisfying, it’s a versatile recipe that works with water or broth, making it an easy go-to for a wholesome meal. Ideal for weeknights or when you need a warm, comforting bowl of goodness!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • pork 150g
  • white radish 300g
The aromatics
  • scallions 2 stalks
  • chicken broth 500ml
  • bone broth or water as needed
The sauce & seasonings
  • cornstarch 1 tbsp
  • cooking wine 1 tbsp
  • pepper 1/2 tsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Add a small amount of cooking oil to the pot and fry the scallions until they turn golden yellow and fragrant.
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Step 2
Pour in chicken broth (or bone broth or water if chicken broth is not available).
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Step 3
Add the white radish strips to the pot and bring to a boil.
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Step 4
At this time, put the chopped pork filling into a bowl.
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Step 5
Add an appropriate amount of salt, sugar, cornstarch, cooking wine, and pepper powder, and mix well.
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Step 6
The white radish strips in the pot should now be cooked through and translucent, season with salt to taste.
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Step 7
Shape the meat mixture into small balls and add them to the pot.
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Step 8
Cook over medium-low heat until the meatballs are cooked through.
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Step 9
Step 9
Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

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