Source: era-online.org

Presentation

Low-protein side dish consisting of croquettes prepared with carrots, onion, potatoes, peas, garlic, egg white. breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and nutmeg

Ingredients

for 4 people (20-25 kibble)

Carrot – 150 g (5.3 oz / ≈ 1 medium carrot)

Onion – 50 g (1.8 oz / ≈ ⅓ cup chopped)

Potato – 180 g (6.3 oz / ≈ 1 medium potato)

Cooked peas – 10 g (0.35 oz / ≈ 1 tablespoon)

Garlic – 3 g (≈ ½ clove)

Egg whites – 50 g (≈ 2 egg whites)

Crumbled breadcrumbs or low-protein croutons – 100 g (3.5 oz / ≈ 1½ cups)

Salt – to taste (≈ ¼–½ teaspoon)

Black pepper – to taste

Nutmeg – to taste (≈ a pinch)

Method

Boil all the vegetables and discard the water.

Once cooked, puree the cooked potato, carrot and peas.

Add the previously boiled and diced onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, nutmeg, egg whites and 80 g of breadcrumbs to the puree.

Shape of the kibble

Roll them in 20 g of breadcrumbs.

Place the croquettes on a baking sheet with parchment paper

Bake in the oven at 200°C for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

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

Carrot: possible individual intolerance and cross-reactivity in case of allergy to pollen of Artemisia, Graminaceae, Composite, Birch

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Nutmeg: possible reaction in case of intolerance to spices

Breadcrumbs: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Potatoes: possible individual intolerance; possible reactivity in case of allergy to Gramineae, Birch, Parietaria

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

Peas: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to parietaria. The intake of peas should be avoided in case of favism.

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Garlic: has immune-stimulating properties, promotes liver function and the elimination of waste metabolites. It also has hypocholesterolemic, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive and hypoglycemic properties that promote cardiac function.

Egg white: free of fat and cholesterol, it is suitable for high cholesterol and gallstones.

Carrots: rich in vitamins (B1, B2, C, PP, E, D), carotenoids, minerals and active ingredients that support the functionality of the immune system and ophthalmic, diuretic and healing functions and act to protect the cardiovascular system. Also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for liver function for the contribution of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; carrier of quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also suitable for nephropathic patients.

Nutmeg: source of vitamin A, carotenoids and manganese with antioxidant properties favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system

Potatoes: rich in carotenoids and vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

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

Peas: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provide mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Safety / Intended use

Also intended for individuals suffering from:

• Anorexia – Weight Loss
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)

In the presence of dysphagia (chewing and swallowing problems), present the kibble whole and then crush it or cut it into small pieces of uniform size.

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

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea and Vomiting