Meatballs are a dish made by finely chopping meat, seasoning it, and frying it in oil. Today, instead of greasy meat, we prepared 'tofu balls' made with tofu and vegetables. Enjoy!

 

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Tofu balls

The softness of the tofu combined with the chewy texture of the vegetables creates a sensation comparable to regular meatballs. Be sure to remove all excess water from the tofu to enhance its chewy texture.

 

What's different?

Reliable plant-based protein tofu

Tofu is a high-quality protein source suitable for people with diabetes. It is made from plant-based protein, has a low fat content, and is beneficial for cardiovascular health. Its calorie content is also low at 97 kcal per 100 grams, making it suitable to be included in every meal. Before cooking, freezing and then thawing tofu can help remove moisture, increasing its nutritional density and allowing for greater protein intake.

Spicy trio with excellent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects

Sulfur compounds and flavonoid components found in onions help reduce inflammation in the body and improve insulin sensitivity, aiding blood sugar regulation. Allicin, which gives green onions their spicy flavor, has excellent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, enhancing the immunity of diabetic patients. Garlic promotes blood circulation and helps eliminate cholesterol and waste products in the blood, benefiting vascular health.

 

Carrots for blood sugar control and nutritional supplementation

Beta-carotene, the main component of carrots, is beneficial for preventing diabetes complications by protecting blood vessels and reducing inflammation in the body. The dietary fiber abundant in carrots slows down digestion and absorption, preventing rapid spikes in blood sugar levels. Additionally, they contain various vitamins and minerals, allowing diabetes patients to effectively supplement a wide range of nutrients.

 

 

Ingredients & Recipe (for 2 servings)

1 block of tofu, 1 pack of enoki mushrooms, 1/3 onion, 50g of green onion, 50g of carrot, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1/4 cup of bread crumbs, a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, a little cooking oil

Source: 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup, 1/8 onion, 1/4 yellow paprika, 1/4 red paprika, 2 cloves garlic, a pinch of stevia, a little cooking oil

1. Wrap the tofu in a cloth and squeeze out the excess water.

2. Finely chop the vegetables and mushrooms.

3. Mix tofu with a small amount of vegetables, mushrooms, eggs, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper.

4. Shape the dough into small balls to make meatballs.

5. Use spray oil to minimize oil usage, then bake the tofu balls. If necessary, add a little water to the frying pan, cover with a lid, and cook until tender.

6. Roll the meatballs in the sauce to let the flavor soak in, then place them in a bowl.

1. Cut the onions and bell peppers into 1.5*1.5 cm pieces.

2. Garlic is sliced.

3. Lightly pour cooking oil into a frying pan and first sauté the garlic and onions.

4. When the onions become transparent, add a little soy sauce, ketchup, and stevia, then bring to a boil.

5. Once the sauce is complete, place the tofu balls in a bowl and pour the sauce over them before serving.

 

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I ate a lot of tuna or potatoes.

I only used to make tofu with fermented soybeans.

Tofu balls haha I think they'd also be good as a snack.