Ginger-Sesame Low FODMAP Meatballs (Ground Beef or Chicken!)
Ingredients
- 1 lbground beef
chicken or turkey
- ¼ cfresh cilantro
finely chopped
- one 2-inch knob of ginger)
peeled and minced or grated (about 2 tablespoons
- 1 largeegg
beaten
- ½ tspsalt
- 1 tbspgluten-free tamari
- 1 tbsptoasted sesame oil
- ½ cgluten-free oats
- 2scallions
green parts only, thinly sliced
- 1 tbspsesame seeds
- 4 ccooked white rice
for serving
- 2 largecarrots
julienned, for serving
- 2 tbsptahini
- ¼ cextra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsprice vinegar
- 2 tbspfresh lemon juice
- 2 tbspgluten-free tamari
- one two-inch knob of ginger
peeled
- 1 tsptoasted sesame oil
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, cilantro, ginger, egg, salt, tamari, and sesame oil.
- 3
In a small food processor, pulse the oats until coarsely ground. Add to the bowl. With clean hands, mix the meat with the other ingredients until loosely combined. You don’t want to overly break up the meat. Form the mixture into 2-inch balls (an ice cream scoop works well for portioning) and roll in your hands until round and smooth. You should have a dozen balls.
- 4
Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake in the oven until cooked through and beginning to brown on the bottom, about 20-25 minutes.
- 5
While the meatballs cook, make the sauce: in a small food processor (same one is fine!) combine the tahini, olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, tamari, ginger and sesame oil and puree until smooth. Add more salt as necessary or water to thin the mixture.
- 6
Transfer to a serving vessel and garnish with the scallions and sesame seeds, or make bowls with rice and julienned carrots. Drizzle with the sauce and serve.
Ginger-Sesame Low FODMAP Meatballs (Ground Beef or Chicken!)
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About this Recipe
Craving a flavorful, family-friendly dinner that effortlessly fits your low FODMAP lifestyle? These Ginger-Sesame Low FODMAP Meatballs deliver a vibrant, satisfying meal that's quick to prepare and packed with authentic taste.
What truly sets these meatballs apart is their ingenuity: they're made start to finish on one pan, simplifying cleanup significantly. The unique use of gluten-free whole oats as a binder creates a wonderfully tender texture, distinct from traditional breadcrumbs, while ensuring the dish remains gluten-free. This thoughtful combination of ingredients and technique transforms a simple concept into an exceptional meal.
You'll discover a delightful fusion of bright, zesty fresh ginger and rich, nutty toasted sesame oil, beautifully complemented by the subtle onion notes from green scallions and the fresh aroma of cilantro. These meatballs are designed to be served as part of a hearty rice bowl, paired with fluffy white rice and crisp julienned carrots, creating a balanced and thoroughly enjoyable eating experience. It's a main course that feels both comforting and fresh.
These meatballs are wonderfully versatile. You can easily swap the ground beef for ground chicken or even ground turkey, depending on your preference. For the accompanying vegetables, try quick-pickling the carrots with a touch of rice vinegar and salt for an extra tangy kick, or substitute them with fresh cucumbers. If you don't need to stick to a low FODMAP diet, feel free to add white scallions or minced garlic to the mixture for an additional layer of savory depth. If you prefer to simplify, gluten-free breadcrumbs can also be used in place of the oats, though the oats contribute a beloved texture.
Serve these delightful Ginger-Sesame Low FODMAP Meatballs as your go-to main course for busy weeknights, or as a healthy and satisfying option for any meal where you crave big flavor with minimal fuss. They make for excellent rice bowls that are as visually appealing as they are delicious.