Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms
Juicy pork meatballs infused with earthy shiitake mushrooms, steamed to perfection for a tender and flavorful dish. This chinese-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs ground pork, grated ginger, stalks, finely chopped green onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 lb ground pork
- 4 pieces, soaked and chopped dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 2 stalks, finely chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 4 dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes, then finely chop them and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, the chopped shiitake mushrooms, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 2 finely chopped green onions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp white pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup water. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and well combined.
- Step 3: Form the mixture into 12 evenly sized meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on a heatproof plate suitable for steaming.
- Step 4: Fill a wok or large pot with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Place the plate with meatballs on a steaming rack inside the wok, cover with a lid, and steam for 15 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
- Step 5: Remove the meatballs carefully and serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 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 Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms?
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 Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms 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 Steamed Taiwanese Pork Meatballs with Shiitake Mushrooms?
Chinese pork 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.
