When cheap and simple is the goal, tofu is your new best friend. I am basically accidentally vegetarian because all the recipes I know are cheaper and easier if I sub tofu for the meat. One that is mostly accepted even by non tofu fans:
Salmon Tofu Balls
1 Can Salmon (whole is better than flake, but I've used both with fine results) 1 block firm or extra firm tofu (do not get silken, that way lies badness) 1 green onion diced (I have never actually bothered to add this as I am lazy) 1-3 Tbs corn starch 1 egg
combine tofu and salmon (both drained) with egg and corn starch, squishing with your hands (or maybe a fork if you aren't into that sort of thing?) until it's mostly paste with some chunks remaining, mix in green onion. form into balls or patties and deep fry till crispy/golden. I eat em with some hummus on a pita, but they are also good with spicy dipping sauce.
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Date: 2010-02-22 11:41 am (UTC)Salmon Tofu Balls
1 Can Salmon (whole is better than flake, but I've used both with fine results)
1 block firm or extra firm tofu (do not get silken, that way lies badness)
1 green onion diced (I have never actually bothered to add this as I am lazy)
1-3 Tbs corn starch
1 egg
combine tofu and salmon (both drained) with egg and corn starch, squishing with your hands (or maybe a fork if you aren't into that sort of thing?) until it's mostly paste with some chunks remaining, mix in green onion. form into balls or patties and deep fry till crispy/golden. I eat em with some hummus on a pita, but they are also good with spicy dipping sauce.