Bakso Meatball Soup
Bouncy beef meatballs in a clear, garlicky broth with noodles and crisp fried shallots.
- Time55 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £2.05 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the beef, cornflour, half the garlic, the pepper, egg white and a pinch of salt. Knead hard in the bowl for 3 minutes until sticky and smooth.
- 2
Wet your hands and roll into 16 small balls.
- 3
Put the water and beef bone in a pan with the rest of the garlic and the soy sauce. Simmer for 20 minutes, then lift out the bone.
20 min - 4
Drop in the meatballs and simmer for 12 minutes, until they float and are cooked through.
12 min - 5
Soak the noodles in boiling water for 4 minutes, drain and divide between bowls.
4 min - 6
Add the pak choi to the broth for 2 minutes. Ladle the meatballs, greens and broth over the noodles. Top with spring onions, crispy onions and lime.
2 min
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