Porcupine Meatballs
Porcupine Meatballs is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Put half the shrimp in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPut half the shrimp in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
Add the rest and pulse a few more times (half the mixture will serve as a binding paste; the rest will remain roughly chopped).
Transfer to a bowl and add the scallions, soy sauce, and ginger, then mix by hand until well combined.
Drain the rice and spread it on a plate.
Form the shrimp mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls.
Roll each in the rice.
Line a steamer basket with the leaves.
Add the meatballs and steam until the rice is cooked and the shrimp is pink, 8 to 9 minutes.
Serve with the ponzu or soy sauce.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
