Tofu Noodle Balls – 3 Ingredients

Some recipes you make once and then forget about. Others become regulars on your menu. These vegan tofu balls are exactly that.

They’re tender on the outside, pleasantly juicy on the inside, and soak up the teriyaki sauce wonderfully. At the same time, they provide high-quality plant-based protein and keep you feeling full for a long time.

Plus, they’re:

Tofu is one of the most versatile plant-based protein sources there is. Combining it with tapioca flour and psyllium husks creates balls that stay pleasantly soft yet hold their shape.

Psyllium husks not only ensure the perfect consistency but also provide valuable dietary fiber. This makes the tofu balls an excellent fit for a high-fiber diet.

Especially for those looking for high-fiber recipes, this is an easy way to incorporate more high-fiber foods into their daily routine.

A balanced diet isn’t just about getting enough protein. Fiber also plays an important role in your daily well-being.

Tofu provides high-quality plant-based protein, while psyllium husks add extra fiber. Combined with vegetables, this creates a nutrient-rich meal that keeps you full for a long time while remaining easy to digest.

If you prioritize a high-fiber diet, you can serve the tofu balls with broccoli, bok choy, carrots, or other vegetables.

I especially like to serve the tofu balls with sautéed vegetables. This makes for a simple, everyday vegetable dish that’s easy to prepare and still tastes really delicious.

The teriyaki sauce pairs wonderfully with broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, edamame, or pak choi. This way, you can keep coming up with new variations of the dish.

A longevity-friendly diet thrives on simple, nutrient-rich foods that can be easily incorporated into everyday life. That’s exactly why I love this recipe so much.

Tofu provides high-quality plant-based protein and helps you feel full for longer. At the same time, garlic and ginger contain valuable phytochemicals that are highly valued in a varied, plant-based diet. Paired with fiber-rich sides like vegetables, this creates a balanced meal that effortlessly combines flavor and nutritional density.

These tofu balls show that a longevity-focused diet doesn’t have to be complicated. Often, it’s the simple dishes made with high-quality ingredients that end up on our plates most often in the long run.

Tofu Noodle Balls - 3 Ingredients

Juicy tofu balls in a savory teriyaki sauce. This vegan, high-protein recipe is easy to make, high in fiber, and pairs perfectly with vegetables, rice, or pasta. Ideal for a quick, healthy dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course dinner, High Protein, Main Course, Meal Prep, savory

Cuisine asian, Fusion, fusion kitchen, vegan

Servings 2 persons

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the meatballs

• 200 g firm tofu (important - the meatballs won’t hold their shape with soft tofu)
• 30 g tapioca flour (or almond flour)
• 2 tsp psyllium husks
• salt

For the teriyaki sauce

• 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 1 small piece ginger finely chopped
• 80 ml tamari
• 30 g erythritol
• 30 ml rice vinegar (or a mild vinegar)
• 30 ml water
• 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in a little water

Instructions

 

• Puree the tofu.
• ⁠Add the tapioca flour, psyllium husks, and salt, and mix well.
• Form into small balls.
• ⁠Cook the balls in boiling water until they float to the surface, then remove them with a slotted spoon.
• For the sauce, bring the garlic, ginger, tamari, erythritol, vinegar, and water to a boil in a small saucepan.
• Stir in the dissolved cornstarch and let it simmer briefly until the sauce thickens.
• Toss the balls in the sauce and serve - for example, with pasta or whatever you have on hand.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

These tofu balls taste especially good with:

• rice and broccoli
• Asian stir-fried vegetables
• whole-grain pasta
• pak choi
• edamame
• cucumber salad
• roasted vegetables

Keyword easy, Easy Meal Prep Recipe, healthy, Healthy Vegan Dinner, high in protein, High Protein Vegan Recipe, quick, tofu recipe, vegan

Can I prepare the tofu balls in advance?

Yes. The balls can easily be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Can I freeze the balls?

Yes, both the cooked balls and the finished sauce can be frozen.

Can I use almond flour instead of tapioca flour?

Yes. Almond flour works well too and gives the balls a slightly nutty flavor.

Are the tofu balls gluten-free?

If you use gluten-free tamari, the recipe is gluten-free.

Are the tofu balls high in protein?

Thanks to the high tofu content, they provide significantly more protein than traditional vegetable balls and are excellent as a high-protein meal.

I love recipes that use just a few ingredients but still taste really good. That’s exactly the case with these tofu balls in teriyaki sauce. They’re packed with plant-based protein, go well with a variety of foods, and are surprisingly easy to make.

Whether served with vegetables, rice, or pasta, the savory teriyaki sauce transforms these simple tofu balls into a dish I love to make time and time again.

If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear from you in the comments below, as always. Feel free to share your results on Instagram and tag me @annelinawaller.

I hope you have a lot of fun making this. 💛

Yours, Annelina