A new way to make meatless meatballs! [Tofu Recipes, Vegan]

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber while crushed crackers can be more economical.

nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan adds a cheesy flavor but is not vegan.

canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: fresh tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be less expensive when in season.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and can be used for sautéing.

Place 250g (9oz) of firm tofu in cheesecloth.

Twist the cheesecloth tightly around the tofu and squeeze out excess liquid.

Transfer tofu to a mixing bowl.

Add 100g (4oz) of sweet corn, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp mushroom powder, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp starch to the bowl.

Cut 50g (2oz) of green onion and add to the bowl.

Mix all ingredients together until combined.

Add 1 cup (3.4oz | 96g) breadcrumbs or chickpea crumbs to a large plate or bowl.

Make mixed ingredients into small balls, forming tofu meatballs.

Coat tofu balls with breadcrumbs or chickpea crumbs and set aside.

Heat oil in a pan and deep fry tofu balls on medium-low heat until golden brown.

In a small mixing bowl, combine ½ tbsp Korean chilli flakes, 1 tsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp chopped green onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp hot oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vinegar, and ½ tbsp sugar.

Mix well to prepare the sauce.

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