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Perfect Keto Meatballs

These keto meatballs are extra juicy and soft and are perfect to feed a family! Ready in minutes, serve it over keto pasta for a comforting low carb dinner! Watch the video below to see how I make this in my kitchen.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 275kcal
Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound ground beef 80/20
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1/2 cup keto bread crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

For the keto marinara sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb tomato sauce passata
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasonings
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, add all the meatball ingredients and use your hands to mix well. Roll out tablespoons of the meat mixture into meatballs and place them onto a plate.
  • Add the olive oil to a non-stick pan and place over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning regularly until browned and mostly cooked (not 100% cooked). Remove from the pan and place onto a plate.
  • Prepare the sauce. Heat the olive oil into the frying pan and place it over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the remaining ingredients and bring it to a simmer. Once it begins to simmer, reduce to low heat. 
  • Add the meatballs into the saucepan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning every so often.
  • Remove the meatballs and sauce from the heat and serve over low carb pasta or your favorite low carb vegetables.

Video

Notes

Instead of marinara sauce, use a keto spaghetti sauce, pomodoro sauce, or sugo.
TO STORE: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to one week. 
TO FREEZE: Place meatballs in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. Meatballs must be thawed completely before reheating. 
TO REHEAT: Either microwave the meatballs for 1-2 minutes or reheat in a non-stick pan until warm and the sauce is bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 19g | Sodium: 977mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 4g | Vitamin A: 456IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 3mg | NET CARBS: 3g