Heart-Healthy Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup)

Elevate your soup game with this Heart-Healthy Bakso Sapi, a light and nourishing twist on the classic Indonesian beef meatball soup. Crafted with lean beef, protein-rich egg whites, and finely ground oats for added fiber, this recipe is a guilt-free comfort food that's big on flavor and easy on the heart. A simmering broth infused with garlic, ginger, and low-sodium soy sauce forms the perfect base, while vibrant bok choy, carrots, and celery add a burst of color and nutrients. The result is a perfectly balanced dish that's both hearty and wholesome, ready in under an hour. Serve it steaming hot with a sprinkle of fresh spring onions for a satisfying and healthy meal the whole family can enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean beef
• 2 large egg whites
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 50 grams oats, finely ground
• 1 liter low-sodium beef broth
• 2 cups bok choy, chopped
• 2 pieces carrots, thinly sliced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 2 tablespoons spring onions, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, combine lean beef, egg whites, garlic, soy sauce, black pepper, cornstarch, and oats. Process until well mixed and the oats are fully incorporated.

Step 2

With wet hands, form the mixture into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.

Step 3

In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil. Carefully drop the meatballs into the boiling broth.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the meatballs cook for about 15 minutes or until they float to the surface.

Step 5

In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion, grated ginger, and celery until the onions are translucent.

Step 6

Add the sautéed vegetables to the pot with the meatballs, along with the chopped bok choy and sliced carrots.

Step 7

Simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color.

Step 8

Adjust the seasoning with a little salt, if necessary, considering the heart-healthy aspect of the dish.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2192.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1750.2

Total Fat 81.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 450mg	0%
Sodium 3514.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 165.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 524.7mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 3563.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.6%

Protein: 38.3%

Carbs: 19.1%