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Fish Ball and Tofu Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. fish balls
- 1 block of tofu, cubed
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup of cilantro leaves, chopped

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.

2. Add the chicken broth and water to the pot. Bring it to a boil.

3. Add the fish balls, tofu, soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add the green onions and cilantro leaves. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

6. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- You can use other types of fish balls such as shrimp balls or squid balls.

Variations:
- You can add other vegetables such as bok choy, spinach, or carrots.
- You can add noodles to make it more filling.

Tips and tricks:
- You can make your own fish balls by blending fish fillets in a food processor and shaping them into balls.
- You can use firm tofu instead of soft tofu if you prefer a firmer texture.
- You can adjust the seasoning to your liking.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with a garnish of cilantro leaves.

Garnishes:
- Cilantro leaves

Pairings:
- Steamed rice

Suggested side dishes:
- Stir-fried vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too salty, add more water or chicken broth to dilute it.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the fish balls thoroughly before adding them to the soup.

Food history:
- Fish ball soup is a popular street food in Asia, particularly in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, umami, and slightly sweet

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a light meal or as a starter.

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Region: Chinese

Taste: Savory, Umami, Herbal, Balanced