Vegan Tomatokeftedes Recipe (Greek, Crispy & Spicy) Info
We’ve jotted down some key bits of important information about our classic Greek crispy & spicy vegan tomatokeftedes recipe that we think you need to know before we get started.
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
– Calories: 210 kcal
– Carbohydrates: 28g
– Protein: 4g
– Fat: 10g
– Fiber: 3g
Vegan Tomatokeftedes Recipe (Greek, Crispy & Spicy) Ingredients
– 4 medium ripe tomatoes (about 500g total, grated and drained)
– 1 medium grated onion
– 2 finely chopped garlic cloves
– ¼ cup of chopped fresh mint
– ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley
– 1 cup of (120g) all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp of baking powder
– Approximately 1 tsp of Celtic sea salt
– ½ a tsp of black pepper
– ½ a cup of olive oil (for frying, adjust as needed)
– 2 tsp of chili flakes
Vegan Tomatokeftedes Recipe (Greek, Crispy & Spicy) Cooking Instructions
1. Prepare The Tomatoes & Onions: Grate the tomatoes and onion into a large bowl. Squeeze out excess liquid using a cheesecloth or your hands (this ensures crispiness!).
2. Mix Ingredients: Add garlic, mint, parsley, flour, baking powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Stir until a thick batter forms.
3. Fry: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil, flatten slightly, and fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
4. Drain: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. Serve warm!
Tips
1. Oil Absorption: Nutritional values assume 1-2 tbsp oil absorbed during frying. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes (spray with oil first).
2. Serving Suggestion: Pair with vegan tzatziki sauce, vegan Greek burger, or a lemon dill sauce.
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