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CarnivoreBaked Beef Meatballs in Pecorino Carbonara Sauce
Crisp-roasted, juicy beef meatballs baked inside a velvety, rich egg-and-cheese carbonara emulsion studded with salty crisped pancetta.
2g
net carbs
42g
protein
45g
fat
580
kcal
The keto read
2g net carbs per serving
Crisp-roasted, juicy beef meatballs baked inside a velvety, rich egg-and-cheese carbonara emulsion studded with salty crisped pancetta.
Ingredients
4 servings
Beef Meatballs
Ground beef500 g
Egg1 large
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese50 g
Sea salt1 tsp
Carbonara Sauce
Egg yolks4 large
Heavy cream120 ml
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese50 g
Pancetta100 g
Sea salt0.5 tsp
Method
Beef Meatballs
1
Thoroughly mix the ground beef, egg, grated pecorino, and sea salt. Shape into 12 rustic meatballs. Place them on a baking sheet and roast at 400F (200C) for 12 minutes until they form a deep brown crust.
Carbonara Sauce
2
In a bowl, render and crisp the pancetta until golden, then set aside. Whisk the egg yolks, heavy cream, and grated pecorino romano until smooth and pale, then stir in the crisped pancetta and a pinch of salt.
Bake and Serve
3
Transfer the roasted meatballs into a small, hot cast-iron pan or baking dish. Pour the carbonara mixture directly over the meatballs. Place back into the oven at 325F (160C) for 5 to 7 minutes, watching closely. Bake just until the egg emulsion thickens into a rich, glossy coating without scrambling.
The keto read
Why this lands at 2g net carbs
The carb total here comes only from the small amount of lower-carb ingredients; there's no added sugar or starch. At 2g net carbs against 42g protein and 45g fat, it sits comfortably inside a ketogenic day for most people.
Common questions
Is Baked Beef Meatballs in Pecorino Carbonara Sauce keto?▾
Baked Beef Meatballs in Pecorino Carbonara Sauce has 2g net carbs per serving, which fits comfortably in a keto day.
What are the macros for Baked Beef Meatballs in Pecorino Carbonara Sauce?▾
580 calories, 42g protein, 45g fat, and 2g net carbs per serving.
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