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Presentation

Second course based on meatballs prepared with protein-free bread, protein-free drink, egg white, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO, protein-free breadsticks, pepper, extra virgin olive oil and seed oil.

Ingredients

Protein-free bread – 50 g (1.8 oz / ≈ 1 slice)

Protein-free drink – 50 g / 50 ml (1.7 fl oz / ≈ 3 tbsp)

Egg white – 10 g (0.35 oz / ≈ 1/3 egg white)

Grated Parmigiano Reggiano – 10 g (0.35 oz / ≈ 1 tbsp)

Protein-free breadsticks / toasted slices – 15 g (0.5 oz / ≈ 2–3 small pieces)

Black pepper – 1 pinch (≈ ⅛ tsp)

Extra-virgin olive oil – 5 g / 5 ml (0.17 fl oz / ≈ 1 tsp)

Seed oil (for frying) – as needed (≈ 100–300 ml, depending on pan)

Method

Soak the protein-free bread in a bowl with the protein-free drink

Let it soften for a few minutes.

Drain and squeeze the bread well

Add the egg white, grated Parmigiano Reggiano, oil and pepper.

Stir

Form meatballs with your hands

Dip them in the breadcrumbs obtained by finely chopping the protein-free breadsticks or protein-free toasted bread.

Heat the seed oil

Fry the meatballs.

Remove them as soon as they are golden brown

Serve.

Alternatively, you can bake them in a static oven at 200 ° for 20 minutes.

Allergens

Protein-free drink: check ingredients. Generally containing lactose

Protein-free breadsticks: containing protein in quantities not exceeding 1%, suitable for nephropathic patients

Various seed oils: check for allergens among the ingredients on the label

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Bread: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011 in quantities of less than 1%

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: contains milk allergens

Pepper: possible cross-reactivity in case of intolerance to spices

Egg: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Protein-free drink: dietary food intended for special medical purposes, indicated in case of renal insufficiency, nephropathies, metabolic amino acidopathies (phenylketonuria, tyrosinemia).

Pepper: contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Protein-free breadsticks: containing protein in quantities not exceeding 1%, suitable for nephropathic patients

Seed oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids. Useful for liver function for the supply of omega 3 and 6 fatty acids

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Protein-free bread: containing protein in quantities not exceeding 1%, suitable for nephropathic patients

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver

Eggs: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Safety / Intended use

Also intended for individuals suffering from:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

In the presence of dysphagia (problems with chewing and swallowing), present the whole meatballs to the child and then crush them or cut them into small pieces of uniform size.

With caution based on tenderness, roughness, acidity and spiciness in the case of Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity)

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea and Vomiting