Whole30 Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup)

Warm your soul with a fragrant bowl of Whole30 Bakso Sapi (Indonesian Beef Meatball Soup), a wholesome and nourishing dish that’s as delicious as it is diet-friendly. Perfectly seasoned beef meatballs, made tender with the unique addition of tapioca flour and ice water, are simmered to perfection before joining a savory beef broth infused with aromatic shallots, garlic, and Whole30-compliant coconut aminos. Loaded with vibrant vegetables like Chinese cabbage and carrots, this hearty soup is not only packed with flavor but also brimming with nutrients. Ready in under an hour, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe checks all the boxes for those following a Whole30 lifestyle or anyone seeking a comforting, healthy meal. Serve it piping hot, topped with fresh spring onions for a finishing touch of brightness.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 100 milliliters Ice water
• 3 tablespoons Tapioca flour
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 liter Broth (compliant with Whole30, preferably beef)
• 2 pieces Shallots, finely sliced
• 3 stalks Spring onions, chopped
• 200 grams Chinese cabbage, chopped
• 2 pieces Carrots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce (Whole30 compliant)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ice water, tapioca flour, minced garlic, salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly to form a smooth meat mixture.

Step 2

Use your hands to shape the meat mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.

Step 3

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and gently drop the meatballs into the pot. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the meatballs float to the surface and are fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In another large pot, add the beef broth and bring it to a boil.

Step 5

Add sliced shallots and cook until they are fragrant.

Step 6

Add the cooked meatballs, sliced carrots, chopped Chinese cabbage, coconut aminos, and fish sauce to the boiling broth.

Step 7

Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and white pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with chopped spring onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2116.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1427.7

Total Fat 91.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 331.9mg	0%
Sodium 6874.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 104.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 294.7mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 3125.2mg	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: 56.0%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 15.5%