{"product_id":"high-protein-tempeh-meatballs-in-smoky-tomato-sauce-with-cannellini-beans-braised-green-kale","title":"High Protein Tempeh Meatballs In Smoky Tomato Sauce With Cannellini Beans \u0026 Braised Green Kale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBefore you start, take out all the ingredients for this recipe (see picture above) and rinse any raw grains, herbs or vegetables.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 1\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreheat your oven to 200°C \/ 180°C fan, then take out a mixing bowl, a baking tray, a large saucepan, and a frying pan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 2\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the coarse side of a grater, grate the\u003cstrong\u003e tempeh\u003c\/strong\u003e into a fine mince. Alternatively, you can use your hands to crumble it. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced tempeh with the \u003cstrong\u003emeatball marinade\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e meatball dry mix\u003c\/strong\u003e, then knead until well combined and the mixture has the consistency of a soft dough. It should hold its shape when squeezed in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 3\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eLightly oil your hands with olive oil and roll the\u003cstrong\u003e tempeh mixture \u003c\/strong\u003einto bite-sized balls, slightly smaller than a golf ball. You should get around 10 meatballs in total (~20 for a 4-person box). Place them on a baking tray and spray or drizzle with a little olive oil for a crispier finish. Bake for 20 minutes (or air-fry for 10–15 minutes), turning halfway, until golden and crispy on the outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 4\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, place your saucepan over medium heat and add the \u003cstrong\u003esmoky tomato sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e along with the drained\u003cstrong\u003e cannellini beans\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 1–2 minutes. Once the tempeh meatballs are ready, add them to the sauce and gently stir to combine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSTEP 5\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the hardy stems from the \u003cstrong\u003ecurly kale\u003c\/strong\u003e and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Heat your frying pan over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Once hot, sauté the cavolo nero with a splash of water until the leaves are bright green and tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from the heat. For extra flavour, stir through a little butter or olive oil (optional).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 id=\"isPasted\"\u003eSTEP 6\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003eTo serve, divide the \u003cstrong\u003esmoky tomato tempeh meatballs\u003c\/strong\u003e between bowls and serve with the sautéed\u003cstrong\u003e kale \u003c\/strong\u003eon the side. Finish with some plant-based cheese if you like (optional). Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planthood","offers":[{"title":"Base","offer_id":46767535915227,"sku":"MEATBALLSTOFUTOMATO","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One-off 2 People","offer_id":47808028311771,"sku":"MEATBALLSTOFUTOMATO","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One-off 4 People","offer_id":47808028344539,"sku":"MEATBALLSTOFUTOMATO","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/3252\/7775\/files\/TOFU_MEATBALLS_SMOKY_TOMATO_1080X1080psd2.jpg?v=1746804420","url":"https:\/\/planthood.co.uk\/products\/high-protein-tempeh-meatballs-in-smoky-tomato-sauce-with-cannellini-beans-braised-green-kale","provider":"Planthood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}