Vida Recetas Editorial
Lion's Head Meatballs, known as Shi Zi Tou in Chinese, is a classic dish from Shanghai cuisine that stands out for its large, tender pork meatballs stewed with Napa cabbage. Its name comes from the shape of the meatballs, which resemble a lion's head, while the cabbage symbolizes the mane. This dish is ideal for those seeking a comforting and flavorful meal, perfect for special occasions or family dinners.
The combination of ground pork with breadcrumbs and soy sauce creates a juicy and savory texture. Slow stewing in chicken broth with Napa cabbage allows the flavors to meld, resulting in an aromatic and deep dish. Additionally, green onions and ginger add freshness and an aromatic touch that balances the richness of the meat.
Prep
60 min
Servings
4
In a bowl, combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Mix well.
Shape the mixture into large meatballs resembling lion's heads.
Heat a pot, add meatballs, and brown on all sides.
Add Napa cabbage, chicken broth, green onions, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 40-45 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
Serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired. Enjoy your Lion's Head Meatballs over rice or noodles!
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
