Low Carb Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Satisfy your cravings for tangy and savory flavors with these irresistible Low Carb Sweet and Sour Meatballs! Juicy, tender meatballs made with a blend of ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, and Parmesan cheese are baked to perfection, then coated in a homemade sugar-free sweet and sour sauce. Featuring low-carb staples like sugar-free ketchup, rice vinegar, and a hint of liquid stevia, this dish delivers all the bold flavors you love without the extra carbs. Perfect for meal prep or a family dinner, serve these meatballs over cauliflower rice or alongside steamed veggies for a wholesome, keto-friendly meal that's sure to please. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is an easy, flavorful solution for your low-carb lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Almond flour
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil (or avocado oil)
• 0.25 cup Sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar (unsweetened)
• 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free option)
• 1 teaspoon Liquid stevia (or your preferred low-carb sweetener)
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.25 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 3

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (you should have approximately 20 meatballs).

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs in batches until they are browned on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 160°F (72°C).

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sweet and sour sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the sugar-free ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, liquid stevia, minced garlic, and water.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the xanthan gum while whisking constantly to prevent clumping. Continue to cook the sauce for 3–4 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness or tanginess if needed.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are fully cooked, transfer them to the saucepan with the sweet and sour sauce. Gently toss to coat the meatballs evenly with the sauce.

Step 9

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Pair them with cauliflower rice or steamed low-carb vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1054.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2439.2

Total Fat 192.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 756.7mg	0%
Sodium 4646.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 156.9g	0%

Vitamin D 81.9IU	0%
Calcium 462.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1253.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.3%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 2.8%