Sweet & Tangy Tomato Chicken Meatballs

Cooking StepsHow to cook Sweet & Tangy Tomato Chicken Meatballs step by step

Cooking Process

1. 
   Step 1 Detail

   Prepare all the ingredients you need.

2. 
   Step 2 Detail

   Mince the chicken breast into a paste, then mix in the egg white, oat flakes, minced ginger, Shaoxing wine, salt, and pepper.

3. 
   Step 3 Detail

   Stir until evenly combined and sticky.

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   Step 4 Detail

   Squeeze the mixture between your thumb and forefinger to form meatball shapes.

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   Step 5 Detail

   Gently drop them into a pot of hot water that is about to boil, then simmer over low heat.

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   Step 6 Detail

   Once the meatballs float to the surface, scoop them out. This method keeps them intact and the broth clear. Make extra and freeze in batches for later!

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   Step 7 Detail

   Peel the tomatoes and dice them. Mince the ginger, scallion, and garlic.

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   Step 8 Detail

   Heat oil in a pan and sauté the ginger, scallion, and garlic until fragrant.

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   Step 9 Detail

   Add the diced tomatoes and stir-fry until they break down into a sauce.

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    Step 10 Detail

    Add ketchup and light soy sauce for seasoning.

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    Step 11 Detail

    Pour in half a bowl of hot water and bring to a boil.

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    Step 12 Detail

    Add the cooked chicken meatballs and simmer over medium-low heat so each ball soaks up the tomato sauce!

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    Step 13 Detail

    Finally, turn up the heat to reduce the sauce to your preferred consistency, then season with a little extra salt and pepper.

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    Step 14 Detail

    Plate and garnish with chopped scallions. Ready to serve!

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    Step 15 Detail

    Tender, juicy chicken meatballs that are never dry, each one coated in a thick, rich tomato sauce. Sweet and tangy — incredibly appetizing!