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Keto Meatballs with Pizza Sauce and Mozzarella Recipe

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These Keto Meatballs are a delicious low-carb twist on a classic favorite, combining juicy ground beef and Italian sausage with savory spices. Searing the meatballs before baking them in a rich tomato sauce loaded with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese ensures a tender, flavorful dish perfect for a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 16 ounce 85/15 ground beef
  • 16 ounce ground Italian sausage
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Sauce and Topping

  • 14 ounce pizza sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to ensure it is ready for baking the meatballs after searing.
  2. Sear Meatballs: Heat a frying pan over high heat with a little oil. Form the meat mixture into meatballs, then sear them in batches without overcrowding the pan. Sear each side briefly; the meatballs are not fully cooked at this stage, only browned to lock in flavor.
  3. Prepare Sauce: Remove the meatballs from the pan. Add the tomato paste to the same pan and cook for about 10 seconds. Then pour in the pizza sauce and stir in the Parmesan cheese until combined and heated through.
  4. Combine and Bake: Return the seared meatballs to the pan with the sauce. Remove from heat and cover the tops of the meatballs and sauce with shredded mozzarella cheese. Transfer the pan or contents to the oven and bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is browned and bubbly and the meatballs are fully cooked through.

Notes

  • Use 85/15 ground beef for a good balance of flavor and fat, which keeps the meatballs juicy.
  • Searing the meatballs before baking helps seal in juices and adds flavor but does not fully cook them.
  • You can use store-bought pizza sauce or homemade to control sugar and additives.
  • Each serving provides approximately 4 ounces of meat, ideal for keto portioning.
  • For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan when searing to achieve a proper sear.

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