Vegan Lion's Head

Vegan Lion's Head is a delightful, hearty dish featuring plant-based 'meatballs' made from mushrooms and tofu, served in a savory broth with bok choy. This comforting meal captures the essence of traditional Chinese flavors while being entirely vegan.

Ingredients

• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 150 grams, finely chopped
• Firm tofu - 200 grams, crumbled
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Bok choy - 200 grams, halved
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped mushrooms, crumbled tofu, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
2. Shape the mixture into four large meatballs and set aside.
3. In a large pot, heat a small amount of vegetable oil over medium heat. Carefully place the meatballs in the pot and brown them on all sides for about 5 minutes.
4. Once browned, add the vegetable broth and rice vinegar to the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Add the halved bok choy to the pot and cover. Let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the bok choy is tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
6. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from tofu and mushrooms, supporting muscle maintenance.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from bok choy and other vegetables.

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