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Easy Keto Meatballs Recipe with Zesty Sugar-Free Marinara Sauce

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A quick and easy keto-friendly meatball recipe featuring juicy meatballs made with almond flour and Parmesan, served with a tangy, zesty sugar-free marinara sauce. Perfect for low-carb comfort food without the fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for best juiciness; can mix half ground pork for more flavor)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) almond flour
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of oregano, basil, and thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) zesty sugar-free marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Gather and prepare ingredients: bring ground beef to room temperature, mince garlic, and grate Parmesan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix gently but thoroughly with clean hands.
  3. Portion mixture into roughly 1 1/2-inch meatballs (about 16), rolling gently between palms to form smooth balls.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  5. Place meatballs in skillet without crowding. Cook 6-7 minutes on one side until browned, then carefully flip to brown all sides.
  6. Pour marinara sauce over meatballs, reduce heat to low.
  7. Cover skillet loosely and simmer for about 10 minutes until meatballs are cooked through and sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Check doneness by cutting a meatball in half; it should be no longer pink and juicy. Simmer longer if needed.
  9. Serve warm with extra marinara spooned over the top.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender. Brown meatballs before simmering for best texture and flavor. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth. Letting the mixture rest in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before cooking can improve texture. Almond flour is preferred over coconut flour to maintain moisture. Recipe can be baked at 400°F for 15-18 minutes as an alternative cooking method.

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Keywords: keto meatballs, low carb meatballs, sugar-free marinara, keto dinner, easy keto recipe, low carb comfort food

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