Delicious suggestions for family meals with minced lean meat - Mytour

Lean meat is one of the ingredients used to create many delicious and nutritious daily dishes. With the following suggestions for delicious dishes from minced lean meat, you're guaranteed to have a rich and diverse meal. Let's explore what dishes can be made with minced lean meat with Mytour!

1. Tomato Sauce Meatballs

Tomato sauce meatballs are one of the first delicious dishes made from minced lean meat that Mytour Blog wants to highlight. The round and enticing meatballs in a richly flavored sauce will surely captivate you.

Ingredients

• 300g minced pork
• 20g finely chopped wood ear mushrooms
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 purple onion, finely chopped
• 2 sprigs of spring onion, chopped

Steps to Prepare

• Mix well the ingredients: minced meat, chopped onion, finely chopped wood ear mushrooms with a pinch of salt, pepper, broth cubes, and MSG. Then shape the mixture into bite-sized balls.
• Heat the pan, sauté the purple onion until fragrant, then add diced tomatoes and stir-fry until softened. Next, add a little water, season with spices, and put the formed meatballs in.
• Gently flip to prevent the meat from breaking. Once the meat is cooked, transfer it to a plate and sprinkle chopped spring onions on top. That's it!

Photo credit: @jayfallon

The finished product will have a beautiful red color. The tomato sauce is thick and velvety. The meatballs remain intact, providing a rich and flavorful experience with a subtle graininess of natural spices. You can enjoy this dish with bread or rice. Note that if you pair it with bread, a thinner sauce will enhance the taste.

2. Fried Spring Rolls 

Fried spring rolls, also known as 'cha gio,' are a traditional and popular dish in Vietnam. This is another delicious creation made from finely ground lean meat. To prepare this dish, follow these steps:

Prepare the Ingredients

• 300g minced pork
• 100g finely chopped carrots
• 40g finely chopped onions
• 50g fresh bean sprouts
• 50g finely chopped glass noodles
• 3 finely minced wood ear mushrooms
• A bit of minced garlic and dried onions
• 2 eggs
• Rice paper for spring rolls
• Seasonings: salt, lucky water (optional), ground pepper, seasoning powder, sugar, cooking oil, etc.

Cooking Process

• Place all the ingredients in a large bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes for the flavors to blend.
• Spread the rice paper on a plate or flat surface. Take a portion of the filling and place it in the middle, fold the sides, and then roll it up. Repeat this process for the remaining ingredients.
• Heat cooking oil in a pan. Once the oil is hot, fry each spring roll until golden brown. You can fry them twice: the first time for a quick fry, and the second time right before serving for a crispy and delicious texture.

Captured by @her86m2, this mesmerizing photo showcases the art of culinary finesse.

For perfectly crispy nem, remember to fry them regularly. The golden hue, crunchy rice paper, and oil-free texture make them visually appealing. The well-balanced filling ensures a delightful blend of flavors. Enjoy these fried nem with grilled pork vermicelli, stir-fried vermicelli, fresh vegetable spring rolls, or just dip them in chili sauce for an exquisite taste experience.

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3. Italian Pasta 

Apart from Italian seafood pasta, Italian pasta with cream sauce, lemon spaghetti, ... Italian meat sauce pasta is equally enticing. Despite its Western origin, the steps to create this delicious dish from ground meat are incredibly simple and quick.

Ingredients

• 300g ground beef
• 200g finely chopped tomatoes
• 2 onions, finely diced
• 100g finely chopped purple onions
• 100g finely chopped garlic
• 1 packet of Italian pasta
• 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
• Seasonings: salt, pepper, butter, cooking oil, sugar, ...

Instructions

• Marinate the meat with various spices and let it sit for 10 minutes
• Boil the noodles with a pinch of salt and cooking oil. Then, drain and rinse through cold water
• Heat the pan, sauté garlic until fragrant, then stir-fry the marinated meat until cooked
• Use another pan to sauté onions and tomatoes. Add 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce to create thickness and flavor. Remember to season with just the right amount of spices. Then mix the cooked beef evenly.
• Place the noodles on a plate, pour the beef and tomato sauce on top. Garnish with vegetables and chili for added appeal.

Photo: @thuytran.cance

The finished product of this dish should have a harmonious blend of sauce and noodles. The noodles should be soft and chewy, and the sauce should have the right thickness, with a balanced taste. You can prepare this dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Simple ingredients and easy cooking steps make it an excellent suggestion for those who are not skilled in the kitchen.

4. Steamed Minced Pork with Salted Eggs

• Mix well pork, purple onions, wood ear mushrooms, and whites of 4 duck eggs together with salt.
• Add 2 egg yolks and continue mixing.
• Season the mixture with 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of seasoning powder, and a bit of pepper, then let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
• Prepare small bowls (about 5-7), evenly coat them with cooking oil. Then pour the marinated mixture into each bowl.
• Take half of a duck egg yolk, place it in the middle of each bowl. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and sliced chili on top, then steam.
• Beat 2 egg yolks with 1 teaspoon of sugar and 2 teaspoons of sesame oil.
• After steaming the egg bowls for 20 minutes, use a brush to apply a layer of beaten egg yolk mixture. Steam for an additional 5 minutes, and it's done.

Photo: @cooky.vn

The steamed egg dish will have a beautiful orange color when finished. This dish is perfect with rice on chilly days.

5. Ground Meat and Choy Sum Soup

A perfect meal is incomplete without the presence of a steaming bowl of soup. Amidst intricate soups like sour soup and bitter melon soup with minced meat, cabbage soup cooked with ground pork stands out with its refreshing and easy-to-enjoy flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of cabbage, chopped
• 150g ground pork
• 2 bulbs of dried shallots, thinly sliced
• Seasonings: cooking oil, salt, sugar, pepper, bouillon cubes, etc.

Instructions

• Marinate ground pork with 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce. Let it sit for 10 minutes for the flavors to meld.
• Heat a pot on the stove, sauté the onions until fragrant. Then add the pork and stir-fry for 1 – 2 minutes before pouring in water.
• Wait for the water to boil, add the bok choy, season with spices. Cook for an additional 2 – 3 minutes and then turn off the heat.

Photo: Hoa Tường Vi

During scorching summer days, this dish serves as a perfect cooling solution. Add a hint of spicy ginger, complemented by the sweetness of bok choy and pork. It undoubtedly enhances the completeness of your meal.

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6. Grilled Beef in Betel Leaf 

Apart from dishes made from ground pork, those made from ground beef are equally delightful. Among them, the most outstanding is the aromatic grilled beef in betel leaf, renowned among the people of the Southern region. Let's whip up this dish!

Ingredients

• 400g ground beef
• 100g betel leaves
• 100g peanuts
• Lemongrass, garlic, shallots, finely chopped chili
• Seasonings: seasoning powder, pepper, cooking oil,...

7. Tofu with Meat Fusion

Ingredients

• 5 pieces of fried tofu
• 150g minced pork
• 100g finely chopped shiitake mushrooms
• 3 small tomatoes, diced
• Dried and fresh chopped onions
• Seasonings: soy sauce, hot sauce, cooking oil, seasoning granules, sugar, salt, etc.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Mix well the minced meat, tofu intestine, wood ear mushrooms with 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of broth powder, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of sweetener, 1 tablespoon of ground pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Marinate for about 15 minutes.

Next, stuff the filling into each piece of tofu. Then, lightly fry in oil.

Heat the pan, sauté the purple onions until fragrant. Add tomatoes and stir well. Season with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of chili sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of sweetener, a bit of pepper, and 200ml of filtered water.

Stir the mixture well, simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes, then add the tofu and flip evenly. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, add spring onions, and then turn off the heat.

Ingredients

3 bitter gourds, gutted

Instructions

Mix ground pork, minced mushrooms, purple onions, and duck egg with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon bouillon powder, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.

Photo Credits: @concoco.eats

Indulge in a bowl of enticing bitter melon soup with a clear, refreshing broth that has a subtle combination of freshness and mild bitterness. The perfectly ripe bitter melon offers a balanced blend of bitterness, and the meat filling is rich and savory with a satisfyingly chewy texture. Undoubtedly, this dish will provide a gratifying culinary experience.

9. Grilled Pork Noodles

The last recommendation among the delicious minced meat dishes that Mytour introduces to you is Grilled Pork Noodles. The most enticing feature of this dish is the pork patty made from finely ground pork. To prepare this dish, follow these steps.

Ingredients

• Fresh rice vermicelli
• 500g ground pork
• Purple onion, minced garlic, chopped chili
• Carrots, shredded papaya
• Raw vegetables
• Seasonings: cooking oil, sesame oil, sugar, fish sauce, etc.

Instructions

• Marinate the mixture of pork, purple onion, and minced garlic with 1/2 tablespoon of broth mix, 1/2 tablespoon of MSG, 1/2 tablespoon of pepper, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1.5 tablespoons of fish sauce. Mix well and let it sit for 30 minutes.
• Shape the mixture into small balls and grill them.
• Marinate carrots and papaya with 1/2 tablespoon of salt, 1.5 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, a little minced garlic for about 20 minutes.
• Boil a pot with about 1 cup of fish sauce, nearly 1 cup of sugar, 0.5 cup of vinegar, and 2 cups of water. Cook on high heat until all the spices dissolve completely.
• When the mixture boils, turn off the heat and season to taste.

When enjoying a meal, simply arrange the grilled pork, vermicelli, and vegetables on a plate. Take a dip in a bowl of fish sauce, add papaya and carrots, and savor the goodness.

Photo: @bachuaviahe

Here are some suggestions for delicious dishes made from ground beef that are truly enticing. We hope these names will add more variety to your daily menu. Don't forget to share with Blog Mytour any other tasty ground beef recipes you know!

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