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tofu *meatballs (meatless) (vegetarian)

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Desiree Macy
None, FL

You will be shocked at just how good these are. Better tasting the next day. I make mine the night before so the flavors can meld together.I have served them with white and Red sauces an Onion gravy is also delish. Even my die-hard meat eating mother loves them.

(2 ratings)
yield 6 to 8
prep time 30 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For tofu *meatballs (meatless) (vegetarian)

  • 1 md
    onion ,diced
  • 1 md
    carrot ,diced
  • 1 sm
    green pepper.diced
  • 4 oz
    mushrooms,chopped
  • 4 clove
    garlic,chopped
  • 1/4 c
    walnuts,chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil ( i like extra virgin)
  • 1 pkg
    extra firm tofu, pressed
  • 1 to 2 lg
    eggs,beaten
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    basil, fresh
  • 2 Tbsp
    parsley
  • 1 Tbsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1/2 Tbsp
    soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp
    fennel seeds (add only if you want the italian sausage flavor)
  • 1 to 2 c
    seasoned bread crums
  • 1/2 c
    opt...left over rice.

How To Make tofu *meatballs (meatless) (vegetarian)

  • 1
    Saute the onion, carrot, pepper, garlic and mushrooms in oil until tender, for about 10 minutes.
  • 2
    In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then add, walnuts, parsley,basil, mustard,olive oil, soy sauce,salt,pepper.
  • 3
    Crumble the pressed tofu with your hands. Add it to the bowl w/the sauteed vegetables. Mix well.
  • 4
    Add bread crums ( I sometimes add left over rice also)Mix well
  • 5
    Lightly oil your hands.Form into 2 inch balls and place on well oiled cookie sheet (they will stick if you dont add the oil)
  • 6
    Bake at 350* for 25 to 30 minutes turning once so they arent flat on one side.
  • 7
    Add *cooked meatlessballs to your favorite sauce or gravy and serve over rice or pasta. If serving with a gravy it's great with an onion gravy. If you add sour-cream it's like having Swedish Meatballs.
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