Vegan Cuttlefish Balls
Dive into the delightful world of plant-based seafood with these Vegan Cuttlefish Balls—a creative twist on the classic dish that's perfect for any cruelty-free cuisine lover. This recipe combines the unique texture of konjac powder with chickpea flour to mimic the springy bite of traditional cuttlefish balls, while crumbled nori sheets infuse the mixture with a naturally oceanic flavor. Seasoned with nutritional yeast, garlic and onion powder, and a splash of soy sauce, these golden-brown, skillet-fried balls are bursting with umami goodness. Ready in just 35 minutes, they're ideal as a savory appetizer, a protein-packed addition to noodle soups, or a tasty topping for salads. Versatile, easy to prepare, and completely vegan—this recipe is a must-try for seafood enthusiasts looking to embrace plant-based living! Keywords: vegan seafood, vegan cuttlefish balls, plant-based seafood recipe, konjac cuttlefish substitute, easy vegan appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Konjac powder
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Chickpea flour
- 2 whole Nori sheets
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
Instructions
Begin by soaking the konjac powder in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes, allowing it to hydrate and expand.
In a food processor, crumble the nori sheets into small flakes to mimic the taste of the sea.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the hydrated konjac, chickpea flour, nori flakes, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well integrated.
Add lemon juice, soy sauce, and olive oil to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure a uniform texture.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small, ball-sized portions, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the coconut oil, and pan-fry the cuttlefish balls in batches. Cook each ball until they are golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
Serve warm as an appetizer or add to your favorite noodle soup or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3088 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.9 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1492 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
