Korean BBQ Meatballs

These Keto Korean BBQ Meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for a satisfying lunch. Juicy and tender, they are glazed with a homemade low-carb Korean BBQ sauce that brings a delightful sweetness and umami to the dish.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Almond flour - 30 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (or tamari for gluten-free)
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Keto-friendly sweetener (like erythritol) - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 ml
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, chopped green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, almond flour, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (400 degrees Fahrenheit).
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce by combining the keto-friendly sweetener, rice vinegar, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sweetener dissolves.
6. Once the meatballs are done, toss them in the sauce until evenly coated.
7. Serve the meatballs garnished with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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