Steamed Vietnamese Egg Meatloaf (Chả trứng hấp) Recipe

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor while being lower in calories.

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

bamboo leaves

💰Cheaper: parchment paper

Parchment paper is easier to find and can be used for steaming.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener that can enhance flavor.

Prepare a steamer pot with water and bring to a boil.

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, eggs, fish sauce, and sugar.

Add finely chopped shallots, garlic, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.

Incorporate grated carrots, chopped green onions, and diced mushrooms into the meat mixture.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Lightly oil a heatproof dish or bowl to prevent sticking.

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Cover the dish tightly with bamboo leaves or parchment paper.

Place the dish in the steamer and steam for 30-40 minutes until the meatloaf is cooked through.

Check doneness by inserting a skewer; it should come out clean.

Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Carefully unmold the meatloaf onto a serving platter.

Garnish with fresh coriander before slicing and serving.

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