Vegetarian Tomato Meatballs
4 servings
40 minutes
Vegetarian meatballs made from tomatoes are an original dish of European cuisine that combines the freshness of tomatoes with the aroma of herbs and spices. Its origin is linked to the search for alternatives to meat products, as vegetable meatballs have become popular among health food enthusiasts. The taste of the meatballs is rich and slightly sweet due to ripe tomatoes, while herbs and spices add a piquant touch. The crispy golden crust formed during frying makes them especially appetizing. They pair well with light sauces, fresh salads, or as appetizers on a festive table. Easy to prepare, these meatballs are a find for those looking to diversify their diet with healthy and delicious dishes.
1
In a large bowl, we slowly mix flour with baking soda.
- Wheat flour: 2 glasss
- Soda: 1 teaspoon
2
Chop parsley and green onion and add them to the flour.
- Parsley: 100 g
- Green onions: 100 g
3
Cut the tomatoes into cubes, toss them into the mixture of flour and greens, sprinkle with oregano and basil, season with salt and pepper, and mix until a thick and sticky mass forms.
- Tomatoes: 400 g
- Basil: 0.5 teaspoon
- Oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Pour vegetable oil into a saucepan or deep pot and heat it.
5
With wet hands, we shape small balls from the tomato-flour mixture and fry them in hot oil until bright orange.