Seaweed and Tofu Meatball Soup (紫菜豆腐肉丸湯)

30 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Marinate the pork.
  2. 2Sauté the dried shrimp and some ginger.
  3. 3Add chicken broth, tofu, and meatballs.
  4. 4Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. 5Then add seaweed.
  6. 6Season with fish sauce and white pepper.

Ingredients

  • pork
  • seaweed
  • dried shrimp
  • ginger
  • chicken broth
  • tofu
  • fish sauce
  • white pepper

Tips

  • Throwing the meat mixture builds elasticity, making the meatballs bouncier and hold together better.
  • Seaweed expands significantly after soaking, so use sparingly.
  • Dried shrimp adds extra umami.