Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
Arlena Stepp “stepped up” once again and supplied us with our featured recipe of the week! Arlena replaced bread crumbs with crushed pork rinds to make this a fantastic low carb option.
Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs
These mozzarella stuffed meatballs are a great low carb dinner option, as the traditional bread crumbs have been substituted with crushed pork rinds. Less carbs without sacrificing flavor!
Ingredients
- 1.5 Lbs Ground beef
- 1/3 Cup Pork rinds Crushed
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 Teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 Egg
- 2 Tablespoons Water
- 6 Oz Mozzarella cheese Cubed
- 3 Cups Marinara sauce Warmed
Instructions
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Preheat broiler. Line a sheet pan with foil coated with non-stick cooking spray.
Mix together beef, pork rinds, and other dry ingredients. Add egg an water. Mix well.
Roll approximately 2 tablespoons of meat mixture into a ball. Press a cube of cheese inside the meatball, making sure cheese is completely surrounded. Repeat with remaining meat and cheese.
Broil for 10-15 minutes or until meatballs are fully cooked.
Place meatballs on plate and pour marinara sauce over the top. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and parsley if desired.
Recipe Notes
Use marinara sparingly to lower carb count. Enjoy!
