Pork Ginger Meatball Soup
A comforting soup with tender pork meatballs in a fragrant ginger-infused broth, featuring fresh vegetables and rice noodles. This hawaiian-inspired soups ready in about 50 minutes pairs pound ground pork, tablespoons, grated ginger, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 tablespoons, grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 ounces rice noodles
- 2 cups, chopped bok choy
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 pound ground pork, 2 tablespoons grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Mix with your hands until well combined, then form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Step 2: In a large pot, bring 4 cups chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes until cooked through and the broth is heated through.
- Step 3: Add 4 ounces rice noodles and 2 cups chopped bok choy to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes until the noodles are tender and the bok choy is wilted.
- Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pork Ginger Meatball Soup take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pork Ginger Meatball Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pork Ginger Meatball Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pork Ginger Meatball Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pork Ginger Meatball Soup?
Hawaiian soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved the authentic Hawaiian twist on a classic soup. My kids couldn't get enough!
- ★★★★★
A perfect comfort food on a cold day. Made it for my husband and he said it's his new favorite.
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This soup was a hit at my family dinner! The ginger flavor was perfect and the meatballs were so tender.
