Try our delectable Vegan Swedish Meatballs recipe! Made with lentils, quinoa, and a blend of savory spices, these plant-based meatballs are pan-fried to perfection. Served with a creamy vegan gravy
Ingredients:
Meatballs: To start with, gather the following ingredients for the meatballs:
- 1 cup cooked lentils (green or brown), drained
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water (flaxseed “egg”)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, adds a cheesy flavor)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 tbsp vegetable oil for frying
Creamy gravy: Next, get ready these ingredients for the creamy gravy:
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup plant-based milk (e.g., soy milk, almond milk, oat milk)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour or cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preparing the Meatballs: To start, create the flaxseed “egg” by mixing 2 tbsp of ground flaxseed with 6 tbsp of water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, chickpeas, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, prepared flaxseed “egg,” soy sauce, nutritional yeast (if using), ground cumin, ground coriander, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shaping the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Frying the Meatballs: Next, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until they turn golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Preparing the Creamy Gravy: Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, pour the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Creating the Gravy: While the broth simmers, whisk together the plant-based milk and flour or cornstarch in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Gradually add the milk mixture to the simmering vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Enhancing the Gravy: To enhance the gravy’s flavor, add soy sauce, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook and stir occasionally until the gravy thickens.
- Coating the Meatballs: Finally, return the cooked meatballs to the skillet and coat them with the creamy gravy.
- Serving the Vegan Swedish Meatballs: Serve the Vegan Swedish Meatballs over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your delicious and cruelty-free Vegan Swedish Meatballs!
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