Description
Irresistible Carnivore Creamy Meatballs for Keto Lovers
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Beef (Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.)
- 1 pound Ground Pork (Can be replaced with more ground beef for a beefier taste.)
- 1 large Egg (A flax egg can be used for vegan versions.)
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese (Substitute with cottage cheese for a lighter option.)
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free alternative.)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Try fresh minced garlic for a stronger taste.)
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning (Substitute with a mix of basil, oregano, and thyme as needed.)
- to taste Salt (Adjust to personal taste preferences.)
- to taste Pepper (Adjust to personal taste preferences.)
- 1 cup Pork Rind Crumbs (Almond flour is a low-carb alternative.)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (Coconut cream can be used for a dairy-free option.)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Can be replaced with olive oil for a healthier fat.)
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Use garlic powder if fresh isn’t available.)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Omit if not desired.)
- to taste Fresh Basil (Substitute with parsley if basil is unavailable.)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 10×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Combine in a large bowl the ground beef, ground pork, egg, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended, then shape into even-sized meatballs.
- Roll each meatball in pork rind crumbs, ensuring they are fully coated. Arrange the coated meatballs in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté in a skillet over medium heat the butter until melted, then add the minced garlic. Cook until aromatic.
- Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt, pepper, and paprika if desired. Let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss the baked meatballs in the creamy sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg