Gluten Free Meatballs Recipe - Italian Style
Easy-to-follow gluten-free meatballs: whether atop pasta, in a sandwich, or as delectable appetizers, these meatballs bring a taste of Italy to your table. Say goodbye to gluten without sacrificing taste!
Servings 4
Calories 480kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of ground beef 80/20 chuck works best with this recipe
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of parmesan cheese grated
- 3 cloves of garlic finely minced
- 1 teaspoon of parsley
- 1/4 cup of gluten free bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.2 pounds of ground beef, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon of parmesan cheese, 3 cloves of garlic, 1 teaspoon of parsley, 1/4 cup of gluten free bread crumbs, 1 teaspoon of salt
- Roll into meatballs. You want to lightly roll your meatballs between your hands to form a ball that feels like it will hold together, but lightly so they will absorb the sauce that you will simmer them in after you fry them in oil.
- Fry meatballs in oil and brown them well on all sides over medium-low heat, turning carefully about 10 minutes. I use extra-virgin olive oil being careful that the oil doesn't smoke. You can use another oil if you prefer.
- Then simmer meatballs in 1 1/2-2 quarts of gluten free sauce, homemade or store bought.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Can these meatballs be made dairy-free? Yes, absolutely! You can make these meatballs dairy-free by substituting dairy-free cheese or simply leaving it out of the mixture. The Aleia’s Italian breadcrumbs used in this recipe are dairy-free, and I have also made them with Schär gluten-free breadcrumbs which is also lactose-free.
Can I prepare the gluten-free meatball mixture ahead of time? Definitely! You can roll the meatballs in advance on a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours. Chilling the meat allows the fats to solidify, preserving their form. Just cook the meatballs when you're ready.
How do I store leftovers? Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Can I freeze the gluten-free meatballs for later? Certainly! These meatballs freeze well. Once cooked, let them cool, then flash-freeze them on a baking sheet for about 2 hours so they won't stick together before transferring to a freezer-safe container. Then defrost them overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stove.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal
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