Keto Meatballs
These keto meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make with simple low-carb ingredients like ground beef, almond flour, and parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 recommended
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup almond flour or crushed pork rinds
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup onion finely diced optional
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)
For Cooking
- 1 tbsp olive oil if pan frying
Optional for Serving
Instructions
Prepare the Meat Mixture
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Shape the Meatballs
- Form the mixture into evenly sized balls, about 1½ inches in diameter. You should get approximately 16 meatballs.
Cook the Meatballs
Oven Method (Recommended):
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place meatballs on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Skillet Method:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
Air Fryer Method:
- Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes.
Serve
- Serve warm with sugar-free marinara sauce, zucchini noodles, or your favorite keto side.
Notes
- Using higher-fat ground beef keeps meatballs juicy.
- Almond flour helps bind while keeping carbs low.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken if preferred.
- Chill mixture for 10 minutes if it feels too soft to shape.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 24gFat: 23gFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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