Five Spice Meatballs

Ingredients:
300g minced pork
1 tbsp spring onion, chopped
1 tbsp fresh water chestnuts, chopped 
1 tbsp carrot, chopped
1 egg, beaten
Cornflour

Seasonings:
1 tsp five spice powder
Dash of pepper
1 tsp salt

Sauce:
1 tbsp light soya sauce
1 tbsp tomato sauce
1 tbsp chilli sauce
1 tbsp black vinegar
1/2 cup water (adjust according to own preference)
Sugar, to taste

Methods:

1. Combine all ingredients except beaten egg and cornflour in a large bowl and mix well to become paste.
2. Form the paste mixture into small balls.
3. Heat enough oil for deep frying.
4. Dip meat ball in beaten egg, coat with cornflour and deep-fry in heated oil in batches until golden brown.  Dish and drain on absorbent paper till all is done.
5. In a clean wok, put 1 tbsp oil in wok, pour in sauce, stir well, give it a quick taste and once the sauce is thick add in meat balls and stir to coat well.
6. Dish up and garnish according to your liking.
7. Serve hot with freshly cooked rice.