Steamed Purple Potato Meatballs
Tender pork meatballs stuffed with a savory purple potato center, steamed to perfection for a colorful and nutritious appetizer.
Story
This dish combines the natural sweetness of purple potatoes with a savory pork and mushroom filling. The vibrant color makes it a stunning addition to any dinner table, while the steaming process keeps it light and healthy.
Ingredients
Purple potato
1 large (approx. 300g)
Ground pork
250g
Fresh shiitake mushrooms
3 pieces
Light soy sauce
1 tbsp
Dark soy sauce
1 tsp
Oyster sauce
1 tbsp
Cornstarch
1 tsp
Minced ginger
1 tsp
Scallions
1 stalk
Instructions
1
Prepare the Purple Potato
Peel the purple potato and cut it into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for about 20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Remove and mash thoroughly into a smooth paste. Set aside to cool slightly.
2
Mix the Pork Filling
Finely dice the shiitake mushrooms and scallions. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, diced mushrooms, scallions, ginger, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Stir vigorously in one direction until the mixture becomes sticky and well-combined.
3
Form the Meatballs
Take a small portion of the mashed purple potato and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center and then wrap the potato around the meat, sealing it completely to form a ball. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
4
Steam the Dish
Arrange the assembled meatballs on a plate lined with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Steam over high heat for 15–20 minutes until the pork is fully cooked through. Serve hot.
