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Protein-rich meatballs made with beef, egg, and onion, without flour.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion (90 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 247 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 22.5 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 1.9 µg of B12 covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
222
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
22.5g
· 45% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 41% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 222 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.13 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.54 g | |
| Sodium | 70 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 74 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 222 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 247 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 395 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 445 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 247 calories per 100 g.
Mix ground beef with egg, grated or finely chopped onion, salt, and seasonings, then shape the mixture into balls or patties. Cook the flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion in a skillet, oven, or on a grill until fully cooked through.
The egg and thorough mixing help hold flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion together, so breadcrumbs are not essential. If the mixture feels loose, squeeze excess liquid from the onion, chill the shaped meatballs, and handle them gently while cooking.
Flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion can fall apart when the onion adds too much moisture, the mixture is under-mixed, or the patties are turned before they set. Drain watery onion, mix until cohesive, and let the shaped meatballs chill before cooking.
Yes, flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion can be grilled. Make them compact and not too large, and use a clean, well-oiled grate so they release more easily. Turn them only after the first side has browned and holds together.
Either method works for flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion. Pan-frying gives them a browned crust, while oven cooking is convenient for preparing a batch at once. Avoid overcrowding the pan or baking tray so the meatballs cook evenly.
Ground beef with some fat usually makes flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion juicier than very lean mince. Choose fresh mince and avoid overworking it; excess fat can make the meatballs greasy, while very lean beef can dry out if overcooked.
To keep flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion moist, use beef that is not excessively lean, avoid compacting the mixture too firmly, and stop cooking once the centers are done. Grated onion also adds moisture, but squeeze out any excess liquid that loosens the mixture.
Cooked flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after cooking, and reheat until steaming hot throughout before serving.
Yes, you can freeze flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion either raw or cooked. Freeze them in a single layer first so they do not stick together, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; thaw raw meatballs in the refrigerator before cooking.
Serve flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or potatoes for a simple meal. Since the meatballs are already savory and rich, a fresh, tangy side such as tomato salad or yogurt sauce balances them well.
Vitamins
B12
1.89µg · 79% DV
B3
4.86mg · 30% DV
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.59mg · 42% DV
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Iron
2.34mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
297mg · 9% DV
Sodium
70mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Flourless beef meatballs with egg and onion are a home-style take on köfte, the seasoned minced-meat patties and balls found across Turkey and neighbouring regions. Beef is mixed with egg and finely chopped or grated onion, shaped, then cooked in a pan, under a grill or in the oven; the egg helps bind the mixture without flour.
They turn savoury and browned outside while staying tender inside, with onion adding a gentle sweetness. In Turkey, köfte is commonly served as a main meal with salad, yogurt, rice or flatbread; pair these with a fresh salad for a lighter plate. These meatballs are protein-rich, and grilling or baking them rather than frying is a practical way to keep the meal less oily.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.