Vegetarian Soy Meatballs
Soft, golden meatballs made with textured soy protein, olives and fresh vegetables. A simple, budget-friendly recipe packed with flavor for any weeknight. Ready in just 20 minutes for the whole family.
🛒 Ingredients
24 servings
- 2 cups dehydrated textured soy protein
- 2 cups warm water
- 6 olives
- 1/4 green bell pepper
- 1/2 ripe tomato
- 1/4 onion
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1 egg
- Wheat flour (as needed to bind)
- Soybean oil for frying
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Directions
- 1
Put the soy protein in a bowl, cover with the warm water and let it soak for 10 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, finely chop the olives, onion, tomato and bell pepper.
- 3
Drain the soy protein if any liquid remains, then season with salt and black pepper.
- 4
Add the chopped vegetables, the egg and the flour, mixing until the mixture holds together enough to shape balls.
- 5
Roll the mixture into small balls with your hands.
- 6
Flatten them slightly and fry in very hot oil.
- 7
Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
💡 Chef's Tip
Don't pack the mixture too tightly — a light bind gives softer meatballs. Test the oil with a small ball; it should turn golden in seconds without burning.
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