Pork Walnut Meatballs in Coconut Walnut Soup

MEATBALLS

• 1 pound lean ground pork

• 1/2 cup finely chopped California walnuts

• 2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers

• 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

• 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (unseasoned)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small shallot, finely chopped

• 1 green onion, chopped

• 1 egg, beaten

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

SOUP

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock

• 1 cup California walnuts

• 1/4 cup sliced green onions

• 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger

• 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce

• 2 teaspoons fish sauce

• 1 (13.5-oz.) can full-fat coconut milk

• Salt to taste

OPTIONAL GARNISHES

• Walnut Cream

• Cubed soft tofu

• Chopped mushrooms

• Diced red bell pepper

• Chopped fresh cilantro leaves

• Chopped fried noodles