Chicken Meatball Recipe Without Flour, Perfect for Dieting

Kapanlagi.com - Chicken meatballs, who can resist their deliciousness? This dish has become a favorite in the hearts of many Indonesians. With its tempting chewy texture and unparalleled flavor, chicken meatballs always manage to capture attention, whether as a main dish or a snack. However, there is one concern that often haunts its fans: the flour content that can disrupt diet programs or healthy eating patterns.

But don't worry! There's good news for those of you who want to enjoy chicken meatballs guilt-free. As reported by Instagram user @fevepar on Friday (25/10), there is a flourless chicken meatball recipe that is not only easy to make but also maintains the enjoyment and chewy texture. Curious about the secret? Let's check out the full explanation below!

1. The Secret Substitute for Flour: Tofu

Who would have thought, behind the delicious meatballs we enjoy, there is an interesting innovation introduced by Instagram user @fevepar! In a mouth-watering tutorial video, they share a healthier meatball recipe by replacing traditional flour with firm and dry white tofu.

"It turns out that white tofu can replace the function of flour in meatballs without reducing the chewiness and flavor," they said. With this genius trick, the meatball dough remains dense and chewy, without needing to add any flour at all. Come on, try this tempting new recipe!

2. Steps to Make Flourless Chicken Meatballs

The process of making flourless chicken meatballs is actually not much different from the general way of making meatballs. The only difference is the ingredients used. Here are the detailed steps you can follow:

1. Prepare the Main Ingredients, you will need 200 grams of chicken breast, 150 grams of white tofu, 65 grams of egg white, and some seasonings. Before mixing everything, chop 2 cloves of garlic and 1 stalk of green onion, then sauté 6 shallots and 2 cloves of garlic until fragrant.
2. Mix All Ingredients, including the sautéed onions, chicken, tofu, egg whites, and seasonings such as 1 tsp of salt, 1/2 tsp of mushroom broth, pepper, and 1/2 tsp of diet sugar into a chopper. Process all ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and ready to be shaped into meatballs.

3. Cooking and Serving Process

Once the meatball mixture is ready, the next step is to cook it. The process of cooking chicken meatballs without flour is quite simple and can be done easily at home.

1. Boil the Meatball Mixture, prepare a pot with 2 liters of water and heat it until boiling. Lower the heat before you start shaping the meatball mixture. Take a small amount of the mixture with a spoon, shape it into a ball, and immediately drop it into the boiling water. Repeat this step until the mixture is finished.

2. Lift the Floating Meatballs, boil the meatballs until they float to the surface of the water, which indicates that they are cooked. You can serve them immediately with sauce or cook them again with a savory broth.

4. Why is Flour Avoided During Diets?

Flour, especially types like tapioca or sago, is the star ingredient in making meatballs, providing the magical elasticity that binds chicken meat into a perfect dough and creates a tempting chewy texture. However, for those struggling with low-carb diet programs, flour becomes the enemy to be avoided.

"Many people steer clear of flour because of its high carbohydrate content, making it not ideal for ketogenic diets," said a local nutritionist. As a result, meatball enthusiasts are starting to hunt for healthy alternatives to still enjoy their favorite flavors without the guilt.

5. Questions and Answers About Flourless Meatballs

How do you make chicken meatballs without flour that don’t fall apart when cooked?

Use firm, dry tofu as a substitute for flour, and make sure the mixture is completely smooth before boiling.

6. How long does it take to cook chicken meatballs without flour?

After the mixture is shaped, boil the meatballs for about 10-15 minutes until they float to the surface of the water.

(kpl/wis)