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Why This Recipe Works
Helpful Chef Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying the meatballs to ensure they cook evenly and develop a nice crust.
- Adjust the sweetness and acidity in the sauce to your liking by adding more sugar or vinegar gradually.
Step 1
Gently heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine the warm water with the egg replacer, stirring until it’s well mixed. Then add the vegan cheese, tofu, nutritional yeast, salt, and garlic powder, giving everything a good stir. Toss in the chopped onion, pecans, Italian seasoning, basil, and sage, and mix everything together until it’s evenly combined. Gradually add bread crumbs until the mixture feels moist but crumbly enough to shape.
Step 2
Roll the mixture into meatballs about 1 1/2 inches wide and arrange them in an 8-inch baking dish. In another bowl, whisk together the grape jelly, ketchup, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and oregano until smooth. Pour this sauce over the meatballs, making sure they’re nicely coated.
Step 3
Pop the pan into the oven and bake for about 35 to 40 minutes, or until the meatballs feel firm to the touch. Once done, let them cool for a few minutes before serving and enjoy!