Chinese Lion’s Head Soup Recipe – Chinese Special

This family recipe for lion’s head soup is our ultimate comfort food! It pairs perfectly with sticky white rice and is especially delightful on chilly winter days.

  • Prep Time10 min
  • Cook Time15 min
  • Total Time25 min

Chinese Lion's Head Soup Ingredients :

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 scallions, white and green parts separated and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 head Napa cabbage, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

How To Make Chinese Chicken Wings

1

Combine ground pork, egg, cornstarch, sesame oil, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, and the white parts of the green onions in a bowl. Set aside.

2

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté the cabbage until wilted. Pour in chicken stock and soy sauce, and bring to a boil.

3

Form the pork mixture into large balls and gently place them into the boiling soup.

4

Cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and the green parts of the scallions.