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Lion's Head Meatballs

La ricetta originale, da cui nascono le versioni Low Carb, Protein e Low Fat.

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Lion's Head Meatballs

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Scopri la versione leggera e proteica delle polpette di testa di leone, un piatto ricco di sapore e salute!

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Time

1h

Servings

6 servings

Level

Media

Nutrition at a glance

420 kcal

Calorie

38 g

Proteine

18 g

Carboidrati

22 g

Grassi

Ingredients

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Method

1

Metti i funghi shiitake in una ciotola e coprili con acqua bollente; lasciali in ammollo per 30 minuti, poi scolali e affettali.

2

In una ciotola grande, unisci il petto di pollo macinato, il tofu sbriciolato, i funghi, i cipollotti tritati, l'aglio schiacciato e lo zenzero grattugiato.

3

Aggiungi la salsa di soia, il vino di riso, l'olio di sesamo, il miele, l'uovo e l'amido di mais. Mescola bene fino a ottenere un composto omogeneo.

4

Forma delle polpette di dimensioni generose con le mani umide.

5

Preriscalda una padella antiaderente a fuoco medio e cuoci le polpette per 10-12 minuti, girandole per farle dorare uniformemente.

6

Nel frattempo, taglia il cavolo cinese a strisce e disponilo sul fondo di una pentola capiente.

7

Adagia le polpette sopra il cavolo e copri con un coperchio. Cuoci a fuoco basso per 10-15 minuti.

8

Servi le polpette su un letto di cavolo, decorando con cipollotti e peperoncino fresco a piacere.

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Food culture

The story of Lion's Head Meatballs

Lion's Head Meatballs is a much-loved dish of Cinese cuisine, with roots in the tradition of Media. It captures the comfort and generosity of a real home table.

On Tasty Table Diary the original always comes first. The modern versions are created to respect the spirit of the dish while adapting it to different needs.

Cooking tips

Tips for the perfect result

Use the freshest ingredients you can find for the best flavour.
Build the flavour slowly and taste as you cook.
Don't rush the cooking: balance is everything.
Let Lion's Head Meatballs rest for a moment before serving.

FAQ

Questions about this recipe

Helpful answers before you choose your version.

Can I make Lion's Head Meatballs ahead of time?

Yes. It is often even better after resting, and it reheats beautifully.

Which is the lightest version?

The Low Fat version is designed to reduce fat while keeping the structure of the dish.

Which is the best version for fitness?

The Protein version boosts protein and satiety.

Can I freeze it?

Most versions freeze well in single portions for meal prep.

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