Spicy BBQ Meatballs

These Spicy BBQ Meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for a low-carb meal. With a deliciously spicy homemade barbecue sauce, they make a satisfying dish that you can enjoy guilt-free.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Almond flour - 30 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar-free BBQ sauce - 100 grams
• Hot sauce (optional) - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm (1 inch) in diameter.
4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sugar-free BBQ sauce and hot sauce (if using) and stir until warmed through.
6. Brush the BBQ sauce mixture over the meatballs, reserving some sauce for serving.
7. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
8. Serve the meatballs warm with the remaining BBQ sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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