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Keto Barbecue Meatballs Recipe

Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
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By Zylo Nutritionist Team
Keto Barbecue Meatballs
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Description

Imagine sinking your teeth into a juicy, savory meatball, infused with aromatic spices and a hint of creamy richness. These aren't just any meatballs; they're crafted to be a satisfying and flavorful experience. Each bite offers a delightful combination of textures: the tender, yielding meat, the subtle tang of the filling, and the gentle sharpness of parmesan, all harmonizing perfectly.

The meatballs are generously seasoned, ensuring that every mouthful bursts with flavor. The blend of spices creates a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as they cook, tantalizing your senses. The creamy interior adds a luxurious touch, melting into the meat and providing a delightful contrast to the savory exterior.

These meatballs are complemented by a tangy and slightly sweet tomato barbecue sauce. This isn't your average sugary store-bought sauce; instead, it's a carefully crafted concoction using tomato paste as its base, offering a depth of flavor without excessive sweetness. The sauce clings beautifully to the meatballs, enhancing their savory profile with a touch of brightness and complexity.

Feel free to experiment with your favorite spice blends to customize the sauce to your liking, creating a unique and personalized flavor profile. While a single meatball can be a tasty morsel, feel free to adjust the quantity to suit your appetite and caloric needs. These meatballs are also excellent for meal prepping.

They keep well in the refrigerator for several days, making them a convenient option for quick and easy meals throughout the week. They can be reheated easily and enjoyed just as much as when they were freshly made. To create a complete and satisfying meal, consider pairing these meatballs with simple, complementary sides.

Sliced avocado offers a creamy and healthy contrast, while a fresh spinach salad provides a refreshing and nutritious element. A handful of nuts can also add a delightful crunch and healthy fats. The options are endless, allowing you to create a well-rounded and delicious meal that caters to your preferences.

The possibilities are endless and welcome to your personal experimentation, allowing you to craft a unique dish that perfectly fulfills your palate.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
35 min
Total Time
45 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 Meatballs serving
C
Calories
370 Kcal
C
Carbs
8 g
Fi
Fiber
2 g
Sugar
5 g
P
Protein
30 g
C
Fats
25 g
Saturated Fats 10 g
Unsaturated Fats 12 g
Cholestrol 150 mg
Sodium 400 mg
Potassium 300 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Beef broth
    Beef broth
    1 cup
    2.
    Tomato paste
    Tomato paste
    2 tbsp
    3.
    Worcestershire sauce
    Worcestershire sauce
    1 tsp
    4.
    Liquid stevia
    Liquid stevia
    5 Drop
    5.
    Onion powder
    Onion powder
    0.25 tsp
    6.
    Thyme, dried
    Thyme, dried
    0.25 tsp
    7.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    8.
    Butter, unsalted
    Butter, unsalted
    1 tbsp
    9.
    Ground beef
    Ground beef
    14 oz
    10.
    Mayonnaise
    Mayonnaise
    1 tbsp
    11.
    Parmesan cheese
    Parmesan cheese
    0.5 tbsp, grated
    12.
    Seasoned salt
    Seasoned salt
    0.5 tsp
    13.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.13 tsp
    14.
    Mustard powder
    Mustard powder
    0.13 tsp
    15.
    Cumin, ground
    Cumin, ground
    0.13 tsp
    16.
    Paprika
    Paprika
    0.5 tsp
    17.
    Garlic powder
    Garlic powder
    0.25 tsp
    18.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    0.5 tbsp

Instructions

    1.
    Make the barbecue sauce first by heat beef broth on the stovetop until it\'s simmering. Add tomato paste to the broth, and stir over low heat until the tomato paste heats through and blends with the broth. Next, stir worcestershire sauce, liquid stevia, onion powder, thyme, and pepper into the sauce. Cover the pot and let the ingredients heat until simmering again. Then, add butter to the sauce and stir until melted.
    2.
    Let the sauce bubble over low heat until it reduces and thickens slightly - about 10 minutes. Remove the lid, turn the heat up slightly, and let the sauce continue bubbling until it reduces to a ","stew-like" thickness. Set the sauce aside to cool and set a little. Don\'t worry, the sauce will have time to thicken more later in the recipe.
    3.
    In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef with mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, seasoned salt, pepper, mustard powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. Once the mixture is blended into an even, pale pink mixture, you can form the meatballs. Divide the meat into 2-tablespoon portions, and roll each portion into a meatball. Heat the olive oil in a large sautee pan over high heat. Once the oil is hot, arrange all the meatballs inside the pan to start cooking.
    4.
    Let the meatballs cook on one side until they are charred - about 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to a medium temperature, and rotate the meatballs to another side. Continue cooking until the meatballs are charred on all sides, but they do not have to be cooked through yet. Reduce the heat to a low temperature, and pour your prepared barbecue sauce into the pan. Gently rotate the meatballs in the sauce, then cover the pan with a lid.
    5.
    Let the meatballs stew in the sauce while it bubbles for several minutes. When you see the sauce has reduced a little more, remove the lid from the pan. Continue cooking openly on the stove, rotating the meatballs, until the sauce is thick enough to stick to the meatballs and is at your desired thickness. At your discretion, you can include other ingredients to add more calories to your meal.