Taiwanese Meatball (Ba Wan)
Taiwanese Meatball, known locally as Ba Wan, is a translucent, chewy dumpling filled with a savory mixture of pork, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms. It is a beloved street food in Taiwan, symbolizing the island's inventive use of indigenous and imported ingredients to create unique textures and flavors.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 200 grams
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 cup
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 clove
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Taiwanese
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Ba Wan originated in central Taiwan during the early 20th century as a convenient, hearty snack for laborers, reflecting a fusion of indigenous Taiwanese and Chinese culinary traditions.
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