Impossible Beef and Veggie Power Bites

Impossible Beef & Veggie Power Bites Recipe (with Broccoli)

Impossible Beef & Veggie Power Bites (with Broccoli)

Yield: 20-22 bites

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

High-protein, pollotarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free plant-based beef bites packed with broccoli and vegetables, perfect for meal prep and air frying.

Dietary Notes: Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Pollotarian, High-protein, Low-fat

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Impossible Beef (or similar plant-based ground beef)
  • 3/4 cup finely diced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup very finely chopped raw broccoli florets (minced to rice-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots
  • 1/4 cup finely diced onions
  • 1/4 cup finely diced bell peppers
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/3 cup chickpea flour
  • 2 tsp of your choice: Italian seasoning, taco seasoning, or cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper for heat

Instructions

Prep (can do 1-2 days ahead):

  1. If the Impossible Beef is frozen, thaw it completely in the refrigerator
  2. Very finely chop the broccoli into rice-sized pieces (this is important for even cooking)
  3. Grate the zucchini and squeeze very well in a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture
  4. Grate the carrots and finely dice the mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers
  5. In a large bowl, break up the Impossible Beef with your hands or a fork
  6. Add all the vegetables (broccoli, squeezed zucchini, carrots, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers) to the beef
  7. Add egg whites and mix well until everything is evenly distributed
  8. Stir in your chosen seasoning blend, garlic, salt, and pepper
  9. Gradually add chickpea flour, mixing until the mixture holds together well when pressed
  10. Let mixture rest for 5 minutes
  11. Form into small balls or patties (about 1.5 inches in diameter for balls, or 2 inches for patties)
  12. Place on a parchment-lined tray
  13. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook

Air Frying:

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F
  2. Lightly spray the bites with olive oil
  3. Place in air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them
  4. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping halfway through at 6-7 minutes
  5. They're done when browned and firm to the touch (internal temp should reach 165°F if you want to check)

Tips

  • Critical: Squeeze that zucchini bone-dry - this is key to preventing soggy bites
  • Chop the broccoli very finely - the smaller the pieces, the better they'll cook through
  • Impossible Beef is already seasoned, so you might want to start with less salt and adjust after tasting
  • The mushrooms add great umami and help stretch the meat
  • These freeze excellently both before and after cooking

Flavor Variations

  • Italian: Use Italian seasoning, serve with salsa or canned diced tomatoes
  • Mexican: Use taco seasoning, serve with guacamole and salsa
  • Cajun: Use cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, serve with pickled jalapeños
  • Curry: Use curry powder and ground fenugreek, serve with cucumber-lime sauce

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