These Gingery Pork Meatballs are infused with fresh ginger and cilantro, offering a flavorful twist on traditional meatballs. Perfectly paired with wide rice noodles or spaghetti, they make for a delicious and aromatic meal.
Line a baking pan with tinfoil and ensure it is at least 1 inch deep.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, breadcrumbs, finely chopped red onion, soy sauce, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, ground pork, and lightly beaten egg.
Stir gently until the ingredients are evenly blended.
Cover the mixture and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to help the flavors meld and the mixture firm up.
After chilling, divide the mixture into 20 equal portions and shape each portion into a meatball.
Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on the preheated tinfoil-lined pan.
Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
Serve hot over wide rice noodles or spaghetti.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Pair with a light and crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a chilled Riesling to complement the ginger and cilantro flavors.