Lemongrass-Ginger Sliders

The original Shan recipe is for meatballs made with ground beef or pork flavored with minced lemongrass, ginger, and garlic. I’ve found it easier in a North American kitchen to flatten the balls and cook them as sliders. They cook slowly in a little oil, which gives them a slight crust and succulent interior. You want some fat for tenderness, which is why the recommended cuts are flank steak or pork shoulder.

Traditionally the meat is chopped by hand, using two cleavers and alternat