Creamy Meatballs for the Carnivore Diet
Rich, satisfying carnivore meatballs simmered in a creamy, animal-based sauce. A zero-carb comfort dish made with just beef, eggs, cheese, and cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1 egg
1/3 cup shredded cheese (Parmesan or mozzarella)
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp butter or tallow (for browning)
3/4 cup heavy cream
Optional: 1/4 cup beef broth
Optional: 2 tbsp cream cheese
Instructions
- Combine ground beef, egg, shredded cheese, and salt in a bowl. Mix gently.
- Form into 12–14 meatballs.
- Heat butter or tallow in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides.
- Remove meatballs and set aside.
- Lower heat. Add cream, optional broth, and optional cream cheese to skillet. Stir to combine.
- Return meatballs to pan. Cover and simmer on low 7–10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with extra butter or grated cheese.
Notes
Use fattier ground beef for richer results. Do not boil the sauce. Stir gently to maintain a creamy consistency.