How to Create a Delicious and Nutritious Radish Meatball Soup at Home?

Q: Can I use any type of meatballs for this recipe? A: Yes, you can use any preferred meatballs, but adjust cooking times accordingly.
Q: Is it necessary to blanch the radish? A: Blanching the radish helps to remove bitterness and soften it, enhancing the soup’s flavor.
Q: Can I substitute the seasoning? A: Yes, feel free to use your preferred seasonings or broth for a personalized touch.

Radish Meatball Soup

Notes

Ingredients:
  • 1/2 White Radish
  • 8-10 Meatballs
  • 1 tbsp Chicken Essence (e.g., Tai Tai Le Fresh Chicken Juice)
  • 1 Segment Green Onion
  • 1 Handful Dried Shrimp
  • 1 Cilantro Stem
  • A pinch of White Pepper Powder
  • Salt to taste
  • A handful of Goji Berries
Instructions:
  1. Prepare all ingredients.
  2. Score the meatballs with a cross-cut.
  3. Finely chop green onions and cilantro.
  4. Grate the white radish and blanch in boiling water, then drain and set aside.
  5. Add water to a pot and bring meatballs and green onions to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Add the blanched radish to the pot.
  7. Add white pepper powder and salt.
  8. Stir in cilantro, dried shrimp, and chicken essence, and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
  9. Finally, add goji berries and stir well.
  10. Serve the soup hot in bowls.
Nutrition:
  • Rich in Vitamins (from radish and goji berries)
  • Protein Source (from meatballs)
  • Low in Calories
  • Beneficial for Digestion
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