Monday, February 22, 2016

MAIN DISH: GENERAL TSO'S MEATBALLS (click here to print)

    GENERAL TSO’S MEATBALLS (LOW CARB & GLUTEN FREE)
    A low carb meatball with all of the flavors and textures of the classic Chinese takeout favorite!
    Serves: 4 servings
    INGREDIENTS
    For the Meatballs...
    1 lb ground turkey or chicken
    2 Tbl minced ginger
    ¼ cup scallions, chopped
    1 tsp garlic powder
    ¼ cup almond flour
    1 egg
    light flavored oil for frying (olive, grapeseed, etc)
    For the Sauce
    ½ tsp sesame oil
    3 Tbl rice wine vinegar (unseasoned - sugar free)
    3 Tbl soy sauce (tamari based for GF, or coconut aminos for Paleo)
    ¼ cup water
    3 Tbl sugar substitute (honey for Paleo)
    ½ tsp xanthan gum (or arrowroot powder)
    ¼ cup scallions, chopped
    4 - 5 small dried chilies, seeded and chopped
    INSTRUCTIONS
    To make the meatballs:
    Combine all of the meatball ingredients and mix thoroughly. Form into 16 balls and saute/fry in oil over medium heat until cooked through and crispy. Alternatively you could bake them but they won't get the crunchy exterior.
    To make the sauce:
    Combine the sesame oil, vinegar, GF soy sauce, water, sugar substitute, and xanthan gum in a small saucepan and whisk until combined. Add the scallions and chili pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer for five minutes until thickened and remove from heat.
    To serve:
    Add the cooked meatballs to the thickened sauce and stir to coat. Garnish with more chopped scallions and chilis if desired.
    NOTES
    Approx nutrition info per serving: 322 calories, 25g fat, 3.75g net carbs, 23g protein
    Serving size: 4 meatballs
    ibreatheimhungry.com

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