Step 1

To make the mixture: Add 2 slices of ginger, spring onion and 1/2 cup water in a blender and process until smooth. In a large bowl add the ginger and spring onion juice, ground pork, apple, salt, white pepper powder, 1/4 cup rice wine, cornstarch and 1/2 tablespoon sugar. Mix well with a spatula until water is fully incorporated.

Step 2

Deep fry meatballs: Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Using clean hands, roll the mixture into golf ball-sized balls. Deep fry the meatballs until golden brown.

Step 3

Braise meatballs: Add the deep fried meatballs, soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, 1/4 cup rice wine, 2 ginger slices, star anise and 2-3 cups of water to just cover the meatballs. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer 1 hour. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoon of water then add to thicken the sauce.