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Spiced Beef and Broccoli Meatballs with Creamy Sesame Sauce

Name: Spiced Beef and Broccoli Meatballs with Creamy Sesame Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef; 1 cup finely chopped broccoli florets; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup almond flour; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp coconut oil or avocado oil (for frying); 3 tbsp tahini (sesame paste); 2 tbsp tamari or gluten-free soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp water; 1 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1 tsp maple syrup or erythritol (optional for a touch of sweetness); 1 small garlic clove, minced

By PowerProteinPlates Editorial TeamPublished Apr 6, 2026 | Updated Jul 22, 2026

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Spiced Beef and Broccoli Meatballs with Creamy Sesame Sauce with measured ingredients, 35-minute timing, 4-serving yield, and step-by-step instructions for protein-focused meals, snacks, smoothies, and meal preparation.

Prep 15 min

Cook 20 min

Total 35 min

Servings 4

Difficulty easy

Cuisine Asian Fusion

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
1 cup finely chopped broccoli florets
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 large egg
1/4 cup almond flour
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp coconut oil or avocado oil (for frying)
For the Creamy Sesame Sauce
3 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
2 tbsp tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp water
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tsp maple syrup or erythritol (optional for a touch of sweetness)
1 small garlic clove, minced

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Instructions

Finely chop broccoli florets into very small pieces or pulse briefly in a food processor until resembling coarse crumbs.
In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, finely chopped broccoli, minced garlic, grated ginger, egg, almond flour, sliced green onions, ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Mix thoroughly with hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape the mixture into 16 small meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
Heat coconut or avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add meatballs in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, turning gently until browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F or 71°C). Remove and keep warm.
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, tamari, rice vinegar, water, toasted sesame oil, maple syrup (or erythritol), and minced garlic until smooth. Add extra water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
Plate meatballs and generously drizzle with the creamy sesame sauce. Garnish with additional sliced green onions or toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately as a high-protein, low-carb meal perfect for muscle recovery or portion into meal prep containers for convenient post-workout refueling.