3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 large carrot, grated
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon ground fennel
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 large eggs
1 cup bread crumbs
3/4 cup walnuts, very finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon tamari soy sauce
3 firm tofu cakes
Black pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Saut?the garlic, onion, carrot, pepper, basil, fennel and oregano in the oil for 10 minutes or until tender.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs, then add all other ingredients except the tofu.

Mash the tofu and add it to the other ingredients. Mix well.

Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Spread on a greased baking sheet.

Bake for 20 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees F or until golden brown.