Winter Melon and Meatball Stew with Rice Noodles

March 17, 2025 15 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

700 kcal
Calories
45g
Protein
50g
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
Recipe Hot Dishes
Winter Melon and Meatball Stew with Rice Noodles

This Winter Melon and Pork Meatball Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender, bouncy pork meatballs with sweet, refreshing winter melon in a light, satisfying broth. The secret lies in the perfectly seasoned pork filling—pounded for elasticity, then marinated with soy sauces, oyster sauce, five-spice powder, and eggs for rich umami depth. The winter melon adds a delicate sweetness, while potato starch thickens the soup slightly for a silky texture. Unlike heavy meatball dishes, this recipe is light yet flavorful, with meatballs that stay juicy without greasiness. Quick to prepare yet impressive in taste, it’s a wholesome meal that balances freshness and savory goodness. Ideal for cozy dinners, this soup is a must-try for anyone who loves homestyle Chinese cooking with a clean, delicious finish.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Secondary Ingredients

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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Pound the pre-mixed pork filling with a rolling pin for about 3 minutes to make it more elastic and flavorful.
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Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the pounded pork filling.
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Add 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce.
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Add 2 tablespoons of cooking wine.
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Add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce and 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce.
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Add a pinch of five-spice powder.
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Add 2 eggs.
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Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
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Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.
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Peel the winter melon.
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Remove the insides.
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Cut into 2cm thick small pieces, no need to cut too small.
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Remove the starch from the potatoes and rinse with water, then tear into small pieces.
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Boil water in a pot, add the winter melon, and after the water boils again, add the meatballs.
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After adding all the meatballs, add the potato starch.
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The finished product is delicious, with a sweet and refreshing winter melon flavor.
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The meatballs are not greasy, and the dish is complete.
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The finished product is ready.

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