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Smokey Spanish Meatballs

These traditional Spanish meatballs are absolutely delicious. They are soft and tender with a herb infused simmered sauce. (Gluten Free and Vegan)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Courses: ,
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Ingredients
    Herb Tomato Sauce
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp asafoetida (aka hing)
  • 5 curry leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/8 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1/8 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp truffle balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 can tomato whole (crushed by hands)- 800mL
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 3 stems fresh oregano
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    • MEATBALLS
  • 1 package ground vegan meat (340g)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing) powder
  • 1 tbsp panko crumbs
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin powder
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • optional- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
    Meatballs
  1. 1
    To make the meatballs: Combine all meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix together until evenly distributed. Shape the meatballs (1 inch balls).
  2. 2
    Heat a large skillet with 2 tbsp preferred oil on medium heat. Add the meatballs and continue to flip them until evenly browned on all sides. Set aside.
    3. Sauce
  3. 3
    Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron pan (or other desired skillet). Add the hing, curry leaves, cumin, paprika, ginger powder, cinnamon and stir.
  4. 4
    Add the ruffle balsamic and apple cider vinegar and deglaze the pan until vinegar has reduced.
  5. 5
    Then add the crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, bay leaves and oregano. Stir for 2 mins.
  6. 6
    Add the meatballs. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. 7
    Simmer on a low heat for about 20 – 25 minutes (mixing every 3-4 mins to prevent sticking on the bottom) until the meatballs are tender and the tomato sauce has slightly thickened. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 210.72kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.53g18%
Saturated Fat 2.72g14%
Trans Fat 0.21g
Cholesterol 53.55mg18%
Sodium 393.57mg17%
Potassium 461.13mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 7.53g3%
Dietary Fiber 3.32g14%
Sugars 2.15g
Protein 21.37g43%
Vitamin A 39.8 IU
Vitamin C 5.65 mg
Calcium 83.99 mg
Iron 4.22 mg
Vitamin D 0.08 IU
Vitamin E 1.92 IU
Vitamin K 41.32 mcg
Thiamin 2.65 mg
Riboflavin 2.61 mg
Niacin 18.64 mg
Vitamin B6 2.97 mg
Folate 13.22 mcg
Vitamin B12 3.87 mcg
Phosphorus 203.41 mg
Magnesium 40.79 mg
Zinc 5.58 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: meatballs, smokey, tomato
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