9. Zesty Beef Meatballs

Servings: 5

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 20-30 minutes

Ready in: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup gluten-free instant rice
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• Olive oil for greasing
• 2 3/4 cups tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup gluten-free Worcestershire sauce

Directions

• Beat egg in a bowl then season with salt and pepper. Stir in rice, cilantro, garlic, onion, and bell pepper.
• Add the ground beef and combine well.
• Shape mixture into 1 1/2 inch meatballs.
• Grease a large skillet with olive oil then place over medium heat.
• Cook meatballs until brown on all sides.
• Stir together the worcestershire sauce and tomato sauce until smooth then pour over meatballs.
• Simmer covered for 20 to 30 minutes; stirring occasionally.