Mom's Low Carb Meatballs Recipe - Italian Style (Keto Meatballs)
Ingredients
- ½ lbground beef chuck
85 % lean
- ½ lbground pork
- ¼ cParmesan cheese
- ¼ cheavy cream
- 1 largeegg
beaten
- 2 tbspfresh parsely
- 1 tbsponion
it will be mush
- 1 clovegarlic
- ½ tspsalt
- ¼ tsppepper
- 2 cRao's Marinara Sauce
Directions
- 1
Add the beef and pork to a medium bowl and break up into smaller chunks, aiming for an even mix.
- 2
Add the remaining ingredients to the meat and mix with a hand mixer until just combined. Do not over-mix.
- 3
Lightly oil hands and roll 12 meatballs. I weigh mine to get the weights equal for even cooking. To do it by eye, divide the meatball mixture in half and roll 6 meatballs of even looking size and repeat with the remaining meat.
To pan fry meatballs:
- 1
Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. I use a Green Pan, but an iron skillet or stainless steel pan will do (they will need more oil). When hot, spray the pan with oil (use 2 teaspoons for iron or stainless). Add the meatballs to the pan, making sure they each have their own place. [DO NOT crowd the pan. If your pan is small and you add all of the meatballs, they will steam and be tough. If your pan is large, you can fit all 12 in the pan.]
- 2
Cook the meatballs approximately 1 1/2 minutes per side, turning at least 4 times. I use tongs to gently roll them over. Cook for 10-15 minutes total. They should be browned like the picture in the post.
- 3
Heat the sauce in the pan, scraping up the brown bits for a full flavored sauce. For a fresher tasting sauce, warm on the stove or in the microwave and pour over the meatballs. Garnish with parsley and serve or top with mozzarella cheese and place under the broiler to melt.
To bake meatballs in the oven:
- 1
Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F and position rack to the middle. Place meatballs on a foil-lined or rack-lined baking sheet. Bake meatballs for 15-20 minutes. Serve with warmed sauce and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Alternately, top with mozzarella cheese and place under broiler to melt the cheese.
Mom's Low Carb Meatballs Recipe - Italian Style (Keto Meatballs)
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About this Recipe
Craving classic Italian meatballs that are incredibly tender and perfectly align with your low-carb lifestyle? This recipe for Mom's Low Carb Meatballs delivers all the comforting, authentic flavor you remember, without the hidden carbs.
What makes these keto meatballs truly stand out is the careful blend of ground beef chuck and pork, combined with heavy cream and a beaten egg, ensuring an irresistibly tender, moist crumb. Fresh grated onion and garlic infuse deep Italian flavor, making them a family favorite for those on a keto diet or simply looking for a gluten-free option.
Prepare for deeply savory, juicy meatballs with a delicate texture that practically melts in your mouth. Each bite is packed with the aromatic essence of fresh parsley, onion, and garlic, all brought together by a rich Parmesan tang. Simmered in your favorite low carb marinara, like Rao's, these Italian-style keto meatballs offer a hearty, satisfying meal that feels indulgent yet fits perfectly into a carb-conscious plan. They're surprisingly easy to make and are naturally gluten-free.
Feel free to customize these keto meatballs to your liking. Instead of ground pork, you can easily use ground turkey or veal for a slightly different flavor profile. While Rao's Marinara Sauce is a fantastic low-carb option, any high-quality low carb sauce will work wonderfully.
Serve these tender Italian meatballs as a comforting main course, perhaps over zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb meal, or as a flavorful appetizer for gatherings. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special family meal.