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Cauliflower Meatballs

Vegetarian Cauliflower Meatballs

Damla Sengul
It is a common issue in many families that some adults, as well as children, are picky eaters and may not voluntarily consume vegetables. However, with the right approach, you can make even the least popular vegetables irresistible to everyone. In this recipe, breadcrumbs and cheese work their magic. Give it a try, and you'll thank us later.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Vegetarian Recipes
Cuisine General
Servings 7
Calories 475 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 medium cauliflower
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup of white cheddar cheese grated
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 branches of scallion
  • 1/4 bunch of dill

Spices

  • Chili flakes to taste
  • Cumin to taste
  • Allspice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Frying

  • 1/2 cup of sunflower oil
  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg

Instructions
 

  • Remove the thick stems and leaves from the cauliflower, then cut it into small florets. Boil the florets for 10 minutes.
  • Thoroughly wash the spring onions and dill, then finely chop them. Grate the garlic.
  • Drain the boiled cauliflower and transfer it to a large bowl. Mash the cauliflower with a fork.
  • Add eggs, flour, grated cheddar cheese, garlic, chopped greens, and spices to the mashed cauliflower and begin kneading.
  • Cover the mixture with cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for half an hour.
  • After this time, lightly oil your hands and shape walnut-sized pieces from the mixture.
  • Roll the pieces in your palms to form flat meatballs.
  • In a deep bowl, beat the remaining egg. Spread breadcrumbs on a flat serving plate.
  • Heat sunflower oil in a wide-bottomed pan.
  • Dip each meatball into the beaten egg and then coat it with breadcrumbs.
  • Fry the meatballs in the heated oil until both sides are golden brown.
  • Allow the cooked meatballs to rest on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  • Enjoy them warm with yogurt sauce seasoned with your preferred spices.

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Notes

You can puree it with a blender instead of mashing the boiled cauliflower with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 12gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 323mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword Cauliflower Meatballs
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