
These savory little bites are packed with fresh herbs, warm spices, and garlicky depth ā the kind of appetizer that disappears from the plate before you even sit down. Most meatball recipes lean on eggs as a binder, but cassava flour does the job beautifully here, holding everything together while keeping the texture tender and satisfying. Melted coconut oil works into the mix to add just enough richness, while parsley, thyme, turmeric, and ginger layer in a flavor profile that feels anything but basic. The oven does the heavy lifting, roasting the meatballs until they're deeply browned outside and perfectly cooked through. While they bake, a quick stovetop sauce of coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, honey, and fresh ginger comes together in just a few minutes ā tangy, slightly sweet, and completely addictive. Serve them as a party snack, a protein-packed starter, or even over rice for a full meal.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cassava flour, garlic, parsley, thyme, turmeric, ginger, salt, and melted coconut oil. Mix with your hands until just combined ā stop as soon as the ingredients are evenly distributed to keep the meatballs tender.
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