Sabrina and her team threw themselves into an intense exploration phase, visiting suppliers across the world. “The first step was to look into alternative protein sources. We quickly decided that we didn’t want to go for soy since there are environmental downsides to the cultivation. Eventually, we decided on pea protein.”
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A plant ball made with pea protein, oats, potatoes, onion and apple, has the taste and juicy bite of the meatball. A tasty choice when you want to eat less meat – but love meatballs.
Article Number204.835.92
Product details
The plant ball has the taste, texture and juicy bite of a meatball – but it’s made with pea protein, oats, potatoes, onion and apple.
Includes no animal ingredients, meaning a good choice for vegetarians and vegans.
The plant balls go perfectly with classic meatball friends like mashed potatoes, cream sauce, peas and lingonberry jam (but you can also try them with something completely new and different, of course.)
Easily prepared from frozen in minutes. In the oven, in the microwave or on the stove.
Easily portioned. Prepare the amount needed, leave the rest in the freezer.
Just as tasty warm as they are cold, e.g. halved as a sandwich topping.
Measurements
- Net weight: 500 g
Packaging
HUVUDROLL
Article Number204.835.92- Width: 20 cm
- Height: 4 cm
- Length: 23 cm
- Weight: 0.51 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Best non-meat meatballs ever!!IsabellaIf you're after that classic IKEA meatball taste, these absolutely hit the spot. To the point I have to question sometimes if it's vegan or not! Absolutely always try to get a packet when I'm in IKEA since you can't get them online. Pairs well with the lingonberry jam IKEA has but make your own potato mash and use a different gravy mix if you want it to be a 100% vegan meal :)
Delicious and tastes like the real thingGeertjeMeat eaters can't even tell its vegan. Perfect for my vegan Christmas dinner.
Köttbullar without meat!AnnaThis is a great alternative for vegans and vegetarians! I use them as I would with köttbullar (meat balls), in Indian curries when I don't have the time to make koftas, with spaghetti, fried cold on Danish Rye Bread (Smörrebröd) topped with mayo and beetroots. Great for parties and on a traditional Swedish smörgåsbord together with Janssons Temptation. (A potato and ansjovi dish, sooo delicious!)
DeliciousAndreaDelicious plant balls that are a hit with vegan and non vegans alike.
Delicious and versatileHelenI love these plant balls, as I can use them in a variety of dishes including pasta, stews and stirfries. They are delicious and appeal even to carnivores.
YummyAnonymousPerfect to throw into the airfryer. I eat a couple with my veggies.
Huvudroll plant ballsCarolLook and taste more like meat. However not what I expected. I remember them being more vegetarian and preferred that taste.
Is the best vegan frozen food everIsaac Zhi XiangGood protein and good value
yummeh yummeh yummehNigelieyummeh in my bellay my bellay is full aand is full of yummeh huvudrolls yummmeeehhh keep em comin yummeeehhh
Plant Based BallsSandraWe love the ease to use at home and the taste and texture is excellent.
Plant based meatballs Soooo GooodSharonMy goodness, closest thing to real meatball flavour without any bad karma. Soooo Goooood 😍
Love them!SebastianBest vegan balls, go well with pasta!
Yummm!DeeptiTaste good, easy to prepare. Use in different ways to make easy and tasty meals.
Delicious balls of not 'meat'!MichaelThese plant based balls are really tasty for a great vegan option. I have used them as a meat free alternative in tacos, hamburgers, stir fry and spaghetti bolognaise. They won't disappoint.
Ikea Plant BallsMartinThese plant balls are an excellent option for those who are looking at an alternative. Very tasty and easy to add to many dishes.
Delish!SandraAs a vegetarian, it's always good to have options. I love the plant balls in the Ikea restaurant and it's great to be able to buy them to take home to create dishes at home.
Great optionLanTasty! Will go back for more
Amazing and delicious JayasreeThe whole family enjoys these and I always try and grab a pack when I go to Ikea. It's a winner at our house.
juicy & tastyEmilyeasy to cook
Vegetarian 'meatballs'AliciaTasty, versatile vegetarian 'meatballs' with the texture of sausage - used in spaghetti sauce and in sub sandwiches and add the extra flavour that vegetarians often miss out on in some dishes
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A plant ball for meat lovers (and for everyone else)
For the first time since the launch in 1985, the much-loved IKEA meatball faces serious competition. The new plant ball is made with pea protein, oats, potatoes, apples and onion, but has the look, taste and juicy bite of a meatball.
When product developer Sabrina Anania-Stepanian first got the assignment, the mission was straight forward – and mega challenging. She was to develop the icon product of the future: a plant-based ball that tastes and feels like a meatball. The first prototype needed to be ready in just six months.
Based on pea protein
The perfect meaty taste and texture
There’s a science to extracting protein from vegetables. So, Sabrina and her co-workers finished their research and partnered up with experts in the field. Next came the more hands-on development. “We first looked at getting the texture just right, then at achieving the right taste. We had several development sessions and tastings before we were happy”, says Sabrina.
Function solution
Try a super savoury, Scandi-inspired plant ball
Can pea protein, oats, potatoes, onion and apple feel and taste like meat? Yes! The HUVUDROLL plant ball is based on these five traditional, Scandinavian ingredients – beefed up by natural flavouring and balanced by mushroom, tomato, lemon, black pepper and more. Still, it’s got the look, taste and juicy texture of a meatball. Plant balls go perfectly with classic meatball friends, or why not try them in a curry, or served with kimchi or grains. Have a bite!
