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Keto Bacon Wrapped Meatballs - Juicy, Savory, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 works best)
  • 1/2 lb (225 g) ground pork (optional but recommended for extra juiciness)
  • 8–10 slices thin-cut bacon, halved crosswise
  • 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp finely minced onion or 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil (for the pan, if pan-searing first)
  • Low-sugar dipping sauce, such as sugar-free BBQ or chipotle mayo (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with foil and set a wire rack on top. This helps the bacon render and crisp evenly.
  2. Mix the meat: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan, almond flour, egg, garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Don’t overwork the meat or it can turn dense.
  3. Form the meatballs: Scoop and roll into balls about 1.5 inches wide (roughly golf-ball size). You should get 16–20 meatballs depending on size.
  4. Wrap with bacon: Cut each bacon slice in half crosswise. Wrap each meatball with a half slice, seam side down. If your bacon is thicker or not sticking, secure with a toothpick.
  5. Optional quick sear: For extra crispiness, heat a skillet with a little oil over medium-high. Sear the bacon-wrapped meatballs on two sides, 1–2 minutes per side, just until the bacon starts to render. Transfer to the rack.
  6. Bake: Arrange meatballs on the rack with space between each. Bake 18–22 minutes, or until the bacon is crisp and the centers read 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
  7. Rest and serve: Let them rest 5 minutes. Serve with a keto-friendly dipping sauce, a side salad, roasted veggies, or cauliflower mash.