Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that's both delicious and healthy? Introducing the Instant Pot Paleo Egg Roll Meatballs! These savory bites pack all the flavor of traditional egg rolls without the guilt, making them the perfect choice for anyone craving a satisfying meal that aligns with their paleo lifestyle. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these mouthwatering meatballs that are sure to impress your family and friends. Trust us, once you try these, you’ll be coming back for seconds—and maybe even thirds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, shredded cabbage, chopped green onions, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix ingredients thoroughly using your hands to ensure even distribution.
- Add coconut aminos, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Gently fold the seasonings into the meat mixture, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Using clean hands, form the mixture into uniform meatballs approximately
- 5 inches in diameter. This recipe should yield about 12-14 meatballs.
- Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot and place the trivet or steamer basket inside the pot.
- Arrange the meatballs on the trivet, ensuring they are not touching each other to allow even cooking.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select the Manual or Pressure Cook setting.
- Cook on high pressure for 8-10 minutes, depending on the size of your meatballs.
- Once cooking is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then do a quick release of remaining pressure.
- Carefully remove meatballs and check internal temperature reaches 160°F to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Optional: Garnish with additional chopped green onions and serve with paleo-friendly dipping sauce.
Tips
- Mix Thoroughly: When combining the ingredients, make sure to mix them thoroughly with your hands. This ensures that the flavors meld together beautifully and each meatball is packed with taste.
- Don’t Overwork the Meat: Be gentle when folding in the coconut aminos, salt, and pepper. Overworking the meat can lead to tough meatballs, so mix just until combined.
- Uniform Size: Aim for uniform meatballs, about
- 5 inches in diameter, to ensure they cook evenly. A cookie scoop can help you achieve consistent sizes.
- Use the Right Amount of Water: Adding 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot is crucial for creating the steam needed to cook the meatballs perfectly.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allowing for a natural pressure release for 5 minutes before quick releasing helps the meatballs retain moisture and stay tender.
- Check the Temperature: Always check that the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 160°F to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Garnish for Flavor: For an extra touch, garnish your meatballs with additional chopped green onions before serving. Pair with a paleo-friendly dipping sauce for a delightful finish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 272kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 70mg
