Keto Swedish Meatballs

The rich creamy Keto Swedish meatballs made with ground beef, almond flour, egg, heavy cream, herbs and spices are also a “must-try” Keto beef dish.

Plus, theyready to serve in just 40 minutes and contain 17 grams of protein and only 2.75 grams of net carbs, why don’t you serve it for your meal?

Keto Swedish Meatballs

Recipe by Anna SmallingCourse: MainCuisine: SwedishDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

399

kcal

The rich creamy Keto Swedish meatballs made with ground beef, almond flour, egg, heavy cream, herbs and spices are also a “must-try” Keto beef dish.

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons grass-fed butter, divided

• 1 medium white onion, finely copped

• 500 g ground beef

• 1/4 cup almond flour

• 1/2 tsp kosher salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

• 1/4 tsp allspice

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• 1 egg, lightly beaten

• 1/2 cup heavy cream, divided

• Extra virgin olive oil for cooking

• 1-2 cups beef broth

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1/2-1 tsp arrowroot powder or 1/4 tsp konjac (glucomannan) powder

Directions

• Melt a tablespoon of butter in a skillet or pan over medium heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt; sauté for about 6-8 minutes, until caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
• In a large mixing bowl, add ground meat, almond flour, salt, spices, cooked onion, egg and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream. Mix until well combined. Use your clean hands to form the dough into into rounds (either 20 small-is ones or 14 large).
• Heat up olive oil in your skillet over medium heat. Carefully place in meatballs; cook until brown all over and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
• Add the remaining butter to the skillet and cook until it begins to brown. Stir in broth, remaining heavy cream and mustard. Allow to simmer for a couple minutes and make a slurry out of your thickener of choice. Continue to simmer until the sauce get thicken to your liking. Taste for seasoning.
• Bring meatballs back into the skillet, simmer for a couple more minutes and serve right away. Serve alongside mashed cauliflower for a complete meal.

Notes

• When frying the meatballs, make sure that you to turn them around a few times so that they are browned and cooked evenly.

FAQ

Is Keto Swedish Meatballs suitable for a low-carb or ketogenic diet?
Yes. Each serving contains only 2.75 grams of net carbs and 17 grams of protein, making it an excellent keto-friendly main course.

Can I use other meats instead of ground beef?
Yes. Ground pork, turkey, or a mix of beef and pork can be used while keeping it keto-friendly.

Can I make the meatballs ahead of time?
Yes. You can prepare the meatballs and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the sauce before serving.

How can I thicken the sauce without arrowroot or konjac powder?
You can use xanthan gum (a very small pinch) as a low-carb thickener or simmer longer to reduce the sauce.

Can I make this dish dairy-free?
Yes. Substitute butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free version, although it will slightly alter the flavor.

What can I serve alongside Keto Swedish Meatballs?
Mashed cauliflower, zucchini noodles, or roasted vegetables are perfect low-carb sides that complement this dish.

Can I freeze the meatballs?
Yes. Cooked meatballs can be frozen in the sauce for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat on the stove before serving.

Is it possible to make smaller or larger meatballs?
Yes. Adjust cooking time depending on the size. Smaller meatballs will cook faster, larger ones will need a few extra minutes.

Can I omit the almond flour?
Almond flour helps bind the meatballs. If omitted, you can use crushed pork rinds or grated zucchini (squeezed dry) as a keto-friendly alternative.