Delish Meatballs (Keto)

Hearty…Saucy…Delicious…these are just a few of the words you could use to describe these Meatballs! Simmered in a delicious Italian marinara sauce these meatballs are perfect over organic or gluten free pasta or for adding to low-carb pasta or on top of mashed cauliflower.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 2 large eggs or chia eggs for plant-based

  • ¼ cup heavy cream or plain unsweetened almond milk

  • ¼ cup almond flour

  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

  • ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

  • 4 cloves garlic minced

  • ½ cup diced onion

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced

  • ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese divided (½ cup in meatballs, ¼ cup as topping) or a vegan substitute such as Violife Parmesan

  • 1 28-oz jar marinara sauce, without added sugar OR the recipe below

Homemade Marinara Sauce:

  • 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic minced

  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • Sea salt to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the beef, eggs, cream, almond flour, spices, garlic, onion, and ½ cup of the parmesan. Mix well and form into meatballs.

  • Heat the oil in a 5-quart or larger Dutch oven over medium heat. Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side then add in the marinara. Bring to a low simmer, cover, and continue to cook for about 30-45 minutes.

  • Top with ¼ cup parmesan, a sprinkle of parsley, and serve.

Homemade Marinara (if using)

  • Heat the oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook the garlic for one minute, add in the Italian seasoning and onion powder. Taste for salt. Remove and set aside.

-Cast Iron Keto

Meat DishesKatharina Kunz