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Almond Tofu Meatballs

We did a delicious Almond Meatball recipe on this blog a while back, but this eggless version has the same nutty flavor and great cohesive texture. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Almond Tofu Meatballs

Makes about 22 medium meatballs

Ingredients:

  • 1 c slivered almonds
  • 6 oz firm or extra-firm tofu
  • 1 c whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 Tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp powdered sage
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Directions:

  1. In a food processor, place the almonds and pulse them until fine.
  2. Add the tofu, breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, onion powder, basil, paprika, garlic powder, sage, salt and pepper. Process until the ingredients come together like a thick paste or dough.
  3. Roll bits of the “dough” in your hands to form one-inch meatballs. (You should get about 22 of them.)
  4. In a large skillet on a medium-low setting, heat the olive oil. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides, using a fork to gently and repeatedly turn them in the oil. (This only takes a minute or two per side.)
  5. Remove meatballs to a bowl and ladle hot pasta sauce over them. They may also be baked or simmered briefly in sauce if desired. Serve hot with bread or pasta.

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