Spicy Keto Meatballs in Cream Sauce: A Delicious Twist!
A flavorful and low-carb dish featuring spicy meatballs served in a rich cream sauce, perfect for those following a keto diet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, almond flour, egg, garlic, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the heavy cream and beef broth.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and coat them well.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder if desired.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg