Vegan "Chicken" Balls

Ingredients

• 2 cubes vegan chicken-flavored stock
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 pinch salt, or more to taste
• 1 (12 ounce) package tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 5 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
• 3/4 cup soy milk
• 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed