Low Carb Savory Beef Balls
Satisfy your cravings while staying low-carb with these irresistible Low Carb Savory Beef Balls! Made with protein-packed ground beef, a touch of almond flour, and infused with bold flavors like garlic, onion powder, oregano, and basil, these juicy meatballs are a healthy twist on a classic comfort food. The addition of grated parmesan adds a rich, cheesy depth, while searing in olive oil gives them a golden, caramelized exterior before finishing in the oven for the perfect texture. Ready in just 40 minutes, these keto-friendly beef balls are perfect as an appetizer, meal prep option, or a hearty main dish when served with your favorite low-carb sides or dipping sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, these savory bites are a flavorful and satisfying choice for anyone cutting back on carbs.
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Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 egg
- 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
- 30 g almond flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, grated parmesan cheese, almond flour, minced garlic, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until well combined.
Step 4
Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 5
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 6
Once the oil is hot, add the beef balls in batches to the skillet and sear them until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
Step 7
Transfer the browned beef balls back to the baking sheet.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the beef balls are cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the beef balls from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm, optionally garnished with freshly chopped parsley or with a low-carb dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (674.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1840.5 |
| Total Fat 153.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g | |
| Cholesterol 600.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3643.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.2g | |
| Protein 117.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 725.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1332.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories