High Protein Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup)

Dive into the comforting warmth of High Protein Bakso Sapi, a traditional Indonesian beef meatball soup packed with robust flavors and nutritional benefits. This hearty dish features tender, protein-rich beef meatballs crafted with lean ground beef, tapioca flour, and egg whites for a light yet satisfying texture. Simmered to perfection in a rich, umami-laden broth made from beef bones, garlic, shallots, and a splash of soy and fish sauce, every spoonful is a celebration of authentic Indonesian cuisine. Finished with crisp bean sprouts, fresh green onions, and a sprinkling of fried shallots, this aromatic soup strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and indulgent. Perfect as a filling lunch or flavorful dinner, this high-protein recipe is an excellent way to explore Southeast Asian cooking while keeping things nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground beef
• 50 grams tapioca flour
• 1 egg white
• 4 cubes ice cubes
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 500 grams beef bones
• 2 liters water
• 2 shallots
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 stalks green onions
• 2 tablespoons fried shallots
• 200 grams bean sprouts

Directions

Step 1

To begin making the bakso, place the lean ground beef in a food processor. Add the tapioca flour, egg white, garlic, white pepper, salt, and 4 ice cubes. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and well incorporated.

Step 2

Transfer the beef mixture into a mixing bowl. Wet your hands to prevent sticking and shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.

Step 3

Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Lower the meatballs into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, indicating they are done. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In a separate large pot, add the beef bones and 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for about 45 minutes to extract the flavors.

Step 5

While the broth is simmering, finely slice the shallots.

Step 6

After 45 minutes, remove the beef bones from the broth. Add the boiled meatballs, sliced shallots, soy sauce, and fish sauce to the broth. Let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 7

Chop the green onions and add them to the soup just before serving.

Step 8

To serve, place a handful of bean sprouts in each bowl, then ladle the hot soup with meatballs over them.

Step 9

Garnish the soup with fried shallots and more chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3622.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2264.9

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 634.8mg	0%
Sodium 5523.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 217.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 307.9mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 2348.8mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 39.1%

Carbs: 15.1%