MEATLESS MEATBALLS IN MARINARA SAUCE
These "meatballs" use plant-based ground meat, and a combination of onions, garlic and tamari give them a satisfying chew and robust flavor. Because there's no egg for binding, these are slightly more delicate than other meatballs, so use a light touch when shaping them, and make sure the mixture is very cold. Serve them on their own, covered in marinara sauce, or stuff them into hero rolls for sandwiches. They are also excellent over spaghetti.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, meatballs, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, onion, parsley, garlic, tamari, salt, pepper, oregano and red-pepper flakes, if using, and mix well. Add plant-based beef, and blend with your hands until well mixed. Cover mixture and chill for at least an hour or up to 24 hours. (It's easiest to form the meatballs when the mixture is very cold.)
- Heat the broiler. Form 28 meatballs, each about 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Transfer meatballs to one or two rimmed baking sheets, and drizzle with olive oil.
- Broil meatballs until golden and firm, 7 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a pot. Serve meatballs with sauce on top, showered with cheese if you like and drizzled with a little more olive oil.
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Md. Billal Hossain
[email protected]These meatballs are a great addition to any pasta dish.
Mj Mafug
[email protected]I love that these meatballs are baked instead of fried. It makes them a healthier option.
lee Congerton
[email protected]These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Mostakin Islam
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my meatballs fell apart when I tried to cook them.
Sitota Eyasu
[email protected]These meatballs were a hit with my family! They are so easy to make and they taste amazing.
Ridoy
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making these again.
Israt Jahan Onanna
[email protected]These meatballs are delicious! I made them for a party and everyone loved them.
lloyd erica
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed these meatballs. They are a great way to change up your dinner routine.
Debi Rhinebeck
[email protected]These meatballs are a great way to get your kids to eat vegetables. They are also a good source of protein and fiber.
ariyan aloy
[email protected]I tried this recipe and the meatballs were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I will add some more bread crumbs next time.
Fakiha Tehreem
[email protected]I love these meatless meatballs! They are so flavorful and filling. I always have a batch in my freezer for a quick and easy meal.
Darcy Barker
[email protected]These meatballs were easy to make and turned out great! I used a combination of lentils and quinoa for the meatballs and they held together perfectly. The marinara sauce was also very flavorful.
Lecia Jojo
[email protected]I was skeptical about these meatballs at first, but I was pleasantly surprised. They are really good! The texture is spot on and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend them.
AnwLegend YT
[email protected]These meatless meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs. They are packed with flavor and the marinara sauce is perfect. I will definitely be making these again!