Best 2 Tvp Meatballs Recipes

TVP MEATBALLS

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I got this recipe from Cooks.com. Personally I think I'd like these meatballs a tad spicier. I used a nut oil instead of canola to fry the onion and garlic. I then used olive oil to fry the meatballs.

Provided by Chef Joey Z.

Categories < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 36 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

8 ounces by weight of dry textured vegetable protein
1 3/4 cups boiling water
1 small onion, diced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cilantro
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon oil (for frying the onion and garlic)
1/4 cup oil (to fry the meatballs)

Steps:

Boil your water and add it to the TVP and let it rehydrate for at least 10 minutes.
Saute the onion and garlic in the 1 tbsp oil. Add spices and mix well.
Add to the TVP mixture. Add in the flour.
Mold into 1 inch size meatballs. Press them together hard to keep them from crumbling.
Fry in the 1/4 oil turning meatballs around to cook all sides until crispy and golden brown.
Yields about 3 dozen.
Bon Appetit!

VEGAN MEATBALLS (NO TVP OR SOY)

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I've been playing around with making 'meatballs' using some ingredients/techniques I've seen from other recipes. this is a nice substitute for regular meatballs, but don't drop them into a pot of sauce to cook... they'll fall apart after a while! I used Nutritional Yeast Flakes which you could totally make this recipe without. It has a kind of 'cheese' flavor which I like in meatballs :-)

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories Meatballs

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup cooked lentils
1 cup cooked brown rice (I used short grain for texture)
1/4 cup rolled oats (not quick cooking)
1/4 cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 teaspoons onions, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
combine all ingredients in a bowl. With your hands bruise/mash the lentils a bit, but not to the point that there all mushy.
using a small ice cream scoop (or with wet hands) roll out golfball sized balls. (slightly smaller).
*continue to dampen hands when doing this -- the mixture is sticky.
place on a lightly oiled cookie sheet and bake 15 minutes.
Turn over and bake an addional 15 minutes.
Serve topped with a nice vegetarian/vegan marinara.

Tips:

Use a food processor to grind the TVP. This will help to create a smooth and consistent texture for your meatballs.
Be sure to soak the TVP in water before using it. This will help to rehydrate the TVP and make it more pliable.
Add some breadcrumbs or oats to the TVP mixture. This will help to bind the meatballs together and give them a more firm texture.
Season the TVP mixture liberally with your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to give your meatballs a delicious flavor.
Brown the meatballs in a pan before baking them. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the meatballs and keep them from becoming dry.
Serve the meatballs with your favorite sauce and sides. They're perfect for spaghetti and meatballs, Swedish meatballs, or even just a simple marinara sauce.

Conclusion:

TVP meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're a great source of protein and fiber, and they can be made with a variety of different ingredients to suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give TVP meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!