Braised Asian Meatballs

Directions

1. In the bowl of a food processor add lentils, shrimp, pork, chives, ginger, garlic, dark soy sauce, and cornstarch, and pulse until a semi-smooth paste is formed.
2. Shape the blend into evenly sized meatballs and set aside on a sheet tray to rest for 15 minutes.
3. In a frying pan with a small amount of oil, shallow fry the meatballs until browned on all sides. Set aside.
4. Use a small amount of water to deglaze the pan and reserve this liquid for later.
5. In a sauce pot, add stock, hoisin, lemongrass, mushrooms, and low-sodium soy sauce. Bring to a simmer. Add reserved liquid and meatballs to the sauce pot.
6. Gently simmer for 10 minutes then remove from heat and serve, or hold warm until service.