Servings: 4 | Prep: 20 mins | Cook time: 15 mins
Nutritional information: (average serve)
- Calories: 287
- Protein: 23g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fat total: 18g
Ingredients:
Meatballs:
500g.lean ground beef (85%)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (not shredded cheese)
Sauce:
2 tablespoons unsweetened ketchup
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce (or use a gluten-free alternative and add salt as needed)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Method:
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees C. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with high-heat-resistant parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, use your hands to mix together the meatball ingredients.
Form the mixture into 20 meatballs. (Tip: Shape the mixture into a log, slice it into five slices, then divide each slice into four and roll.)
Step 3
Place the shaped meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, not touching each other. Bake them until they are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, whisk together the sauce ingredients. 5 minutes before meatballs should be done, heat the sauce gently over medium-low heat. If the sauce seems too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water.
Step 5
When the meatballs are done, use tongs to transfer them to the sauce. Gently toss to coat. Serve immediately.