Keto Albondigas Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Main Dishes
Paleo
Quick Easy
4.9/5
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Keto Albondigas
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Description

Albondigas offer a satisfying and flavorful experience, reimagining the classic Spanish tapas as a comforting and wholesome dish. These meatballs, crafted from a blend of ground beef and pork, are seasoned generously with garlic, parsley, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. This combination of spices creates a depth of flavor that is both savory and subtly smoky.

The meatballs are gently simmered in a luscious tomato sauce, built upon a base of sautéed onions and garlic, and enriched with diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, fennel seeds, and oregano. This aromatic sauce not only complements the meatballs but also keeps them incredibly moist, allowing them to absorb all the delightful flavors. The use of a ground meat mix with a good balance of meat and fat ensures a tender and juicy result.

The fat content also contributes to the overall richness and satiety of the dish. Albondigas can be enjoyed as a tapas, perfect for sharing and sampling. Alternatively, they can be served over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a more substantial and satisfying meal.

The tender meatballs, bathed in the flavorful tomato sauce, create a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave you feeling nourished and content. Whether served as a light appetizer or a hearty main course, these Albondigas are sure to please. The robust flavors and comforting warmth make them a welcome addition to any meal.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
45 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 piece serving
C
Calories
185 Kcal

C
Carbs
3 g
Fi
Fiber
1 g
Sugar
1 g

P
Protein
9 g

C
Fats
15 g
Saturated Fats 6 g
Unsaturated Fats 8 g

Cholestrol 70 mg
Sodium 250 mg
Potassium 150 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Ground Beef And Pork Mix
    Ground Beef And Pork Mix
    2 lb
    2.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    2 clove
    3.
    Raw egg
    Raw egg
    2 large
    4.
    Parsley
    Parsley
    1 tbsp, chopped
    5.
    Smoked Paprika
    Smoked Paprika
    0.5 tsp
    6.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    7.
    Black pepper
    Black pepper
    0.5 tsp
    8.
    Extra virgin olive oil
    Extra virgin olive oil
    1 tbsp
    9.
    Yellow onion
    Yellow onion
    0.25 large
    10.
    Garlic
    Garlic
    2 clove
    11.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    12.
    Petite Diced Tomatoes
    Petite Diced Tomatoes
    14 fl oz
    13.
    Tomato sauce
    Tomato sauce
    14 fl oz
    14.
    Extra virgin olive oil
    Extra virgin olive oil
    1 tbsp
    15.
    Fennel seed
    Fennel seed
    0.25 tsp
    16.
    Oregano, ground
    Oregano, ground
    1 tsp
    17.
    Bay Leaf
    Bay Leaf
    2 leaf
    18.
    Cayenne
    Cayenne
    0.25 tsp
    19.
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    Coarse Kosher Salt
    0.5 tsp
    20.
    Parsley
    Parsley
    1 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

    1.
    Combine the ground meat in a mixing bowl along with the minced garlic, eggs, chopped parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well with a fork until the mixture has a slight give to it. This ensures the protein has been mixed enough to cling together, helping the meatballs hold their shape without breadcrumbs.
    2.
    Use a 1 oz cookie scoop to portion the meatballs onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each portion into round balls. The baking sheet will be used later to hold the browned meatballs.
    3.
    Heat a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add in the olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add the meatballs, cooking on the first side for 1-2 minutes until nicely browned. Flip and repeat on the other side. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Remove the browned meatballs to the baking sheet.
    4.
    To the same pan, add in the diced yellow onion and minced garlic. Season with ⅛ tsp kosher salt. Add in the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Add olive oil, fennel seeds, oregano, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, and the remaining kosher salt. Stir together to combine.
    5.
    Add the meatballs back to the pan and stir to coat them. Simmer the mixture on low heat for 25-30 minutes, adding water as needed if the sauce thickens too much. Sprinkle the final dish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.