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Ingredients
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2 quarts
chicken broth
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1 pound
ground pork
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1
garlic clove, finely grated
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2 tablespoons
chopped oregano
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1 teaspoon
sesame seeds, plus more for garnish
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1 teaspoon
ground sumac, optional
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2 tablespoons
olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon
lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1/2
medium head curly endive
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Warmed pita bread for serving
Directions
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Place chicken broth in a Dutch oven and bring to a simmer. Meanwhile, combine pork, garlic, oregano, sesame, sumac (if using), oil and lemon zest in a medium bowl; season generously with salt and pepper.
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Add endive to simmering broth. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon measure, portion meat into 1-inch balls and drop directly into broth. Simmer meatballs 4 minutes or until just cooked through. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning. Serve soup immediately and sprinkle with additional sesame seeds, if desired.
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