Vietnamese-Style Pork Meatballs

Indulge in the exquisite taste of Vietnamese-Style Pork Meatballs. These flavorful and juicy meatballs are a delightful combination of ground pork, aromatic herbs, and savory sauces. Serve them over lettuce leaves or rice noodles for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• Lettuce leaves, for serving
• Fresh herbs cilantro, mint, basil, for garnish
• Rice noodles or rice, for serving
• Sliced cucumbers, for serving
• Chili sauce, for dipping

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 400F 200C

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, minced garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, grated ginger, black pepper, and beaten egg

Mix until well combined

Shape the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Bake the pork meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and golden brown

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the accompaniments

Cook rice noodles or rice according to package instructions

Serve Vietnamese-style pork meatballs over lettuce leaves, rice noodles or rice

Garnish with fresh herbs and sliced cucumbers

Drizzle with chili sauce for extra flavor and serve immediately

Enjoy these delicious Vietnamese-style pork meatballs, a perfect blend of savory and aromatic flavors!