Low Carb Enchilada Meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food, combining the rich and bold flavors of enchiladas with the satisfying texture of juicy meatballs. These flavorful bites are made with a mixture of ground meat,
typically beef or turkey, blended with a variety of spices such as chili powder, cumin, garlic, and onion powder to give them an authentic Mexican-inspired taste. To keep them low carb, traditional breadcrumbs are swapped out for alternatives like almond flour,
crushed pork rinds, or even grated cheese, ensuring a moist and tender meatball without adding unnecessary carbs.
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INGREDIENTS:
Meatballs:
- 2 pounds (908 grams) ground beef
- 2 eggs
- 22 soda crackers, crumbled (saltine crackers)
- 1/3 cup (56 grams) minced onion
- ½ cup (125 ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
- ½ teaspoon (3 ml) chili powder
- ½ teaspoon (3 ml) paprika
- ½ teaspoon (3 ml) cumin
- ¼ teaspoon (1 ml) pepper
Buffalo Honey Sauce:
- ¼ cup (65 ml) Frank’s Red Hot sauce
- ¼ cup (65 ml) honey
- ¼ cup (65 ml) apricot jelly
- ¼ cup (50 grams) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoon (23 ml) cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) melted butter
PREPARATION:
-Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
-In a bowl, whisk the eggs, then add all the meatball ingredients and mix well. Form the mixture into balls and place them on the baking sheet—Bake for 8 to 10 minutes to brown.
-Meanwhile, whisk together all the ingredients for the honey buffalo sauce.
-Cover the bottom of the slow cooker with the meatballs, then cover with some of the sauce, layer with the remaining meatballs and pour in the remaining sauce.
-Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring halfway through.