Description
These Keto BBQ Meatballs are a delicious low-carb option perfect for a guilt-free barbecue treat. Made with ground beef and almond flour, they are baked until tender and coated in a tangy, sugar-free BBQ sauce infused with apple cider vinegar and smoked paprika for extra flavor.
Ingredients
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Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
BBQ Sauce
- 1/2 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
- Make the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Bake the meatballs: Place the meatballs in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until they are fully cooked through and tender.
- Prepare the BBQ sauce: While the meatballs bake, combine sugar-free BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika in a small saucepan. Heat gently over medium heat until warmed and flavors meld together.
- Coat the meatballs: Once cooked, toss the baked meatballs in the warm BBQ sauce, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve the sauced meatballs immediately as a tasty low-carb main or appetizer.
Notes
- Almond flour is a low-carb substitute for breadcrumbs, perfect for a keto diet.
- You can use store-bought sugar-free BBQ sauce or make your own for better control over ingredients.
- For extra smoky flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne or smoked sea salt to the meat mixture.
- Meatballs can be reheated in a skillet with additional BBQ sauce for leftover enjoyment.
- To keep meatballs moist, avoid overbaking; check for doneness after 18 minutes if your oven runs hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Keto meatballs, low-carb BBQ meatballs, sugar-free BBQ sauce, keto dinner, baked meatballs, low-carb barbecue
