Black Bean Lemongrass Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, rinsed
• 1/3 cup quinoa (dry), cooked and cooled
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2-inch knob ginger, minced
• 1 small shallot
• 4 tablespoons lemongrass paste
• 2 tablespoons tamari
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup canned full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemongrass paste
• Herbs and edible flowers (optional)