Easy AIP Beef Meatballs (Paleo, GF, Whole 30)

If you're in search of a quick easy AIP meatball recipe, you're in the right place. This recipe is ready in about 30 minutes and works as a versatile component for a bunch of different meal options. 

Ingredients for AIP Meatballs

• Ground Beef-  Go with about 10-15% fat content for the beef if possible. If you'd like to use beef with a lower fat content, just watch them closely to prevent them from drying out.

Grass-fed beef is preferable- Butcher Box is a great option for grass-fed/grass-finished beef. You may also want to check out this post on the Best Grass-Fed Beef Online Home Delivery Services.

• Arrowroot Starch- Tapioca flour is fine too. Just using a little bit helps to retain moisture. I used 90% lean ground beef for this recipe- if you use something that's higher in fat, it may be worth using an extra 1-2 tsp of arrowroot starch or just use a broiler pan so the fat can drain off.
• Onions- Yellow or white onions work well. Onions provide flavor and moisture.
• Onion Powder
• Garlic Powder
• Italian Seasoning
• Sea Salt
• Full-Fat Coconut Milk - You don't have to use coconut milk; use whatever nondairy milk works best for you- basically just something to add a little moisture. As far as coconut milk goes, I like Thai Kitchen 2 Simple Ingredient coconut milk because it has no guar gum and the consistency is always smooth and predictable. It's a bit thinner than full-fat coconut milk but I use it for everything. Plus I LOVE that it has an easy pour spout. I keep a case of this stuff on Amazon subscribe and save, so I get 6 cartons every month. 

Broiler Pan vs Baking Sheet vs Glass Dish

I have cooked these on both a broiler pan and a cookie sheet. I found that they were a little juicer when cooking on the cookie sheet but retained less grease when cooked on the broiler pan. Either of these methods works fine. I haven't tried using a glass dish yet but I assume this would work well too.

How to Serve

These can be eaten with zucchini noodles, sweet potato glass noodles, cassava spaghetti noodles, or even eaten solo with a salad or some roasted veggies.  

Sauces for AIP Meatballs

While these are delicious without sauce, I know people love sauce with their meatballs. Here are a few options:

• Tomatoless Pasta Sauce
• Make an AIP Gravy
• Use KC Naturals Ketchup or BBQ Sauce
• Nightshade Free BBQ Sauce
• Pineapple Bacon BBQ Sauce

How to Store Meatballs

These will stay fresh in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. 

Conclusion

I hope you enjoyed this recipe. If you made it, leave a comment below and let me know what you thought. I'd love to hear from you!

AIP Beef Meatballs (Paleo, GF, Whole 30)

Arika | FoodCourage

This juicy AIP meatball recipe is delicious and ready in about 30 minutes.

4.50 from 4 votes

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 6 servings

Calories 205 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup onions minced
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tbsp arrowroot starch (or tapioca starch)
• 1 tbsp full fat coconut milk (or milk of choice)

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and mix with a spoon or use gloves and mix with your hands.
• Roll the meat mixture into small meatballs (about 1" in diameter) and place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or broiler pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes. The internal temperature should reach at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Serve hot.

Notes

This recipe makes about 30 1" meatballs. 

I used 90% lean ground beef. If you're using a higher fat content beef, it may be a good idea to add an extra 1-2 tsp of arrowroot starch or 1-2 tsp less coconut milk to accommodate the extra moisture. Alternatively, you can just a broiler pan so the fat drains off. 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

AIP Beef Meatballs (Paleo, GF, Whole 30)

Serving Size

 

5 meatballs

Amount per Serving

Calories

205

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

16

g

25

%

Saturated Fat

 

6

g

38

%

Trans Fat

 

1

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

7

g

Cholesterol

 

54

mg

18

%

Sodium

 

439

mg

19

%

Potassium

 

223

mg

6

%

Carbohydrates

 

2

g

1

%

Fiber

 

1

g

4

%

Sugar

 

1

g

1

%

Protein

 

13

g

26

%

Vitamin A

 

6

IU

0

%

Vitamin C

 

1

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

22

mg

2

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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*This recipe has been revamped. If you liked the original one, you can find it here.