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Meatless Bulgur Meatballs
Enjoy this healthy and delicious meatless meatballs! My recipe uses bulgur to replace the meat and it is a great substitute! You can still enjoy the Italian flavor and satisfaction 100%!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Precooking the bulgar 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 cup cooled cooked bulgur you can prepare this the previous day
- 1/4 cup grated romano cheese
- handful chopped fresh basil
- 1-2 cloves garlic
- 1 egg
- extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
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In large bowl, mix all ingredients until moist.
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Form into meatball size balls.
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Heat 2 or 3 swirls (about 2-3 Tablespoons) oil in frying pan over medium heat
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When hot, add meatballs and gently move around for about 3 minutes so no burning occurs.
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Remove from pan and place in lightly oiled baking dish.
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Bake at 360F for 30 minutes.
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Serve warm with sauce on the side.
Recipe Notes
TIP #1: Do not cook these in sauce because the breadcrumbs will absorb all the sauce and then fall apart.
Tip #2: You do not have to use bulgur, but it is a great way to get the family to eat more healthy fiber!
Tip 3#: Rub the balls in oil and bake if you want to skip the frying.