
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 store-bought meatballs and pre-made sauces sneak in yeast-derived ingredients like soy sauce, malt vinegar, or flavor enhancers, so making your own is genuinely the smarter move. Here, cassava flour stands in as the binder, coconut aminos replace soy sauce in the dipping sauce, and apple cider vinegar brings the tang without any fermented grain concerns. Turmeric and ginger give the beef a subtle warmth that feels almost unexpected for a meatball, in the best possible way. The quick pan sauce ā just coconut aminos, vinegar, fresh ginger, and honey ā reduces into something glossy and craveable in just a few minutes on the stove. Baked at high heat until perfectly browned, these come together with minimal fuss and zero compromise on flavor.
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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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