Sticky Plum Meatballs With Rice

Step 1: Place rice and 1 1/4 cups warm water in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high (100%) for 10-12 minutes, covered, or until rice is tender and almost all liquid has been absorbed.

Step 2: Combine mince, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and egg in a medium bowl.

Step 3: Shape tablespoons of the mixture into 16 balls and place balls in a shallow microwave safe dish and cover loosely with plastic food wrap.

Step 4: Microwave on high (100%) for 2 minutes or until meatballs are cooked and stand for 2 minutes and then turn the meatballs and microwave on high (100%) for a further 2 minutes or more.

Step 5: Whisk plum marinade and mirin in a small jug and pour over meatballs, microwave on high (100%) for 2 minutes or until meatballs are cooked and stand for 2 minutes.

Step 6: Arrange bok choy in a shallow microwave safe dish and add 2 tablespoons water, cover with lid or plastic food wrap and microwave on high (100%) for 1 minute and then drain.