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Indonesian Meatball Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Soup pot
- Ladle
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well and shape into small meatballs.

2. In a soup pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.

3. Add beef broth, chopped carrots, and chopped celery to the pot. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low.

4. Add meatballs to the pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.

5. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Add the mixture to the soup pot and stir well.

6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat for cooking onions, low heat for simmering soup.
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
Ground beef can be substituted with ground chicken or turkey. Beef broth can be substituted with chicken or vegetable broth. Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.

Variations:
Add sliced mushrooms or bok choy to the soup for added flavor and nutrition. Use different types of meat, such as pork or lamb, for a different flavor profile.

Tips and tricks:
To make the meatballs easier to shape, wet your hands with water before rolling them. For a spicier soup, add a chopped chili pepper to the pot.

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

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

Presentation ideas:
Serve soup in individual bowls, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Garnishes:
Chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, or a drizzle of sriracha sauce.

Pairings:
Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread.

Suggested side dishes:
Steamed vegetables or a side salad.

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

Food safety advice:
Make sure the meatballs are cooked through before serving.

Food history:
Indonesian meatball soup, also known as bakso, is a popular street food in Indonesia. It is typically made with beef or chicken meatballs and served in a flavorful broth with noodles and vegetables.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, umami, slightly sweet, and tangy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Indonesian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Aromatic, Umami