Keto Meatballs and Sauce are a flavorful, low-carb dish that’s perfect for satisfying your cravings while staying within your keto goals. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, these juicy meatballs are seasoned with herbs and bound together with almond flour and Parmesan, making them keto-friendly without sacrificing taste or texture. Simmered in a rich, savory tomato sauce, this dish is a comforting and hearty meal that can be served on its own or over zucchini noodles for a complete keto-friendly dinner.
Ingredients:
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
- Sear the meatballs: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, searing them on all sides until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- Simmer the meatballs: Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish the meatballs with fresh basil and serve with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a complete keto meal.
These Keto Meatballs and Sauce are packed with flavor and make for a comforting, low-carb dinner that’s perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet!
