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Bakso

Indonesian meatball soup.

45 minutes
Serves 3
Soup

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend the minced beef, tapioca starch, baking powder, a pinch of salt, and a few ice cubes in a food processor until it forms a smooth, sticky paste.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of water to a gentle simmer (do not let it boil vigorously).

  3. 3

    Squeeze the meat paste through your thumb and index finger to form smooth, round meatballs, and drop them into the simmering water.

  4. 4

    Cook the meatballs until they float to the surface, then remove them with a slotted spoon.

  5. 5

    In a separate pot, heat the rich beef bone broth seasoned with garlic and white pepper.

  6. 6

    Place cooked egg noodles in a bowl, top with the meatballs, pour the hot broth over them, and garnish with celery leaves and fried shallots.

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