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veggie meatballs

Delicious homemade vegetarian meatballs made with fresh vegetables and spices.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 2 medium russet potatoes shredded
  • 2 large carrots shredded
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 14 ounces can of sweet peas rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons corn flour
  • 0.25 cup plain breadcrumbs plus more for coating
  • 0.25 cup oil for frying
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon dried mint

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and add the diced onion; cook for 2 minutes or until softened.
  2. Add shredded potatoes and carrots; cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Mix in garlic and peas; season with salt, pepper, and chili powder; cook for 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, corn flour, and breadcrumbs; set aside until cooled.
  5. Shape mixture into 15-20 meatballs; chill for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Place breadcrumbs in a shallow dish.
  7. Heat oil for frying.
  8. Roll balls in breadcrumbs; fry in hot oil for 3-4 minutes until browned.
  9. Drain on paper towels. Prepare yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt, garlic, olive oil, and mint.

Notes

Serve warm with a side of spicy dipping sauce or on bread for a veggie burger.