Cambodian Spiced Pork Ball Soup - {Khao Poun}

1 cup cellophane (bean thread) noodles, soaked in cold water

for 15 minutes, then cut into 6" lengths

6 cups chicken stock

1/2 cup finely-chopped smoked ham

1/2 cup ground pork

2 tablespoons minced water chestnuts

1/2 teaspoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon soy sauce

2 tablespoons minced green onions for garnish

 
1.    Boil the stock in a large saucepan and stir in the soaked and cut cellophane noodles. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, mix together the minced ham, pork, and water chestnuts with the cornstarch and soy sauce.

3. Shape the meat into little balls and drop into the soup. Continue cooking over moderate heat for another 15 minutes. Taste. If the broth is too concentrated, dilute with a little water.

4. When ready to serve, ladle into bowls and garnish with scallions.

Serves 4 to 6.