Low Carb Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Tomato Cream Sauce Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Quick Easy
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Low Carb Stuffed Pork Meatballs with Tomato Cream Sauce
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Description

Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly browned meatball, the savory crust giving way to a molten core of cheese. These aren't your average meatballs; they are delightful pockets of flavor, offering a comforting and satisfying experience with every bite. Each meatball is generously filled with a blend of cheeses that melt beautifully during baking, creating a gooey, irresistible center.

The meatballs are first baked to golden perfection, which helps to seal in the juices and develop a rich, caramelized exterior. Baking ensures they retain their shape and prevents them from becoming greasy, resulting in a tender and flavorful meatball. Once baked, they are gently simmered in a luscious tomato cream sauce.

The sauce is a velvety blend of ripe tomatoes and creamy coconut milk, creating a symphony of sweet and tangy notes. The coconut milk adds a subtle richness and depth of flavor, complementing the savory meatballs perfectly. Its creamy texture coats the meatballs, enhancing their succulence and creating a truly decadent dish.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility. While coconut milk adds a unique touch, feel free to tailor the sauce to your preference. Regular milk, half and half, or heavy cream can be used as alternatives, each imparting a slightly different richness and flavor profile.

Serve these cheesy stuffed meatballs over a bed of zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a light yet satisfying meal, or enjoy them on their own as an appetizer or snack. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a pop of color and a burst of freshness. Whether you're looking for a comforting family meal or an impressive dish to share with friends, these cheesy stuffed meatballs are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The combination of textures and flavors – the tender meatballs, the gooey cheese, and the creamy tomato sauce – creates a truly unforgettable culinary experience. These meatballs are more than just a meal; they're an invitation to savor the simple pleasures of good food.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
35 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 servings (4 meatballs) serving
C
Calories
470 Kcal

C
Carbs
8 g
Fi
Fiber
2 g
Sugar
5 g

P
Protein
30 g

C
Fats
35 g
Saturated Fats 15 g
Unsaturated Fats 18 g

Cholestrol 140 mg
Sodium 600 mg
Potassium 500 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Ground Pork
    Ground Pork
    ½ pound
    2.
    Mozzarella Cheese
    Mozzarella Cheese
    2 ounce
    3.
    Salt
    Salt
    ½ teaspoon
    4.
    Spices Basil Dried
    Spices Basil Dried
    ½ tsp, leaves
    5.
    Spices Oregano Dried
    Spices Oregano Dried
    ¼ tsp, leaves
    6.
    Spices Thyme Dried
    Spices Thyme Dried
    ¼ tsp, leaves
    7.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    2 clove
    8.
    Tomato Sauce No Salt Added
    Tomato Sauce No Salt Added
    ½ cup
    9.
    Coconut Milk by Aroy-d
    Coconut Milk by Aroy-d
    ½ cup
    10.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    ½ tablespoon

Instructions

    1.
    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Mix the ground pork, ½ tsp. salt, ¼ tsp. dried basil, ¼ tsp. dried oregano, ½ tsp. dried thyme, and 1 clove of grated garlic in a bowl.
    2.
    Set aside about 1.5 ounces of mozzarella. Form the meatballs into 8 meatballs. Flatten the balls and place a small cube of mozzarella cheese in the center of each ball, then wrap the meat up around the cheese and roll it back into a ball. Do this with all of the meatballs. Bake the meatballs at 375 degrees for about 8 minutes.
    3.
    While the meatballs are baking, add ½ tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add a grated clove of garlic to the pan. Once fragrant, add in the tomato sauce, basil and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
    4.
    Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium low so the sauce just simmers. Add in the coconut milk and give a stir. Heat until the mixture begins to simmer, and keep the heat low enough that the mixture just simmers. Remove the half-cooked meatballs to the pan and coat them in sauce.
    5.
    Place the pan into the oven for about 10 minutes. Take the pan out of the oven and grate the remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Turn the oven on broil and broil for about 1 minute, or until the cheese begins to bubble and brown. Top with additional basil or Italian seasoning!