Flannerys
Chia Meat Balls

Chia Meatballs

The chia seeds act as the egg in this recipe – holding the meatballs together.

Make this recipe with Bioitalia canned goods from Flannerys Robina…

On sale for a limited time…

Click here to find out more…

Ingredients (Meatballs)

  • 1/4 cup Flannerys Own Organic Chia Seeds
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tree Kitchen Organic Bone Broth (Beef)
  • 500g good quality beef mince (or chicken if you prefer)
  • 3/4 cup Flannerys Own Organic Rolled Oats (or GF bread crumbs)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1/3 cup good quality cheese, optional
  • 2 TBS Flannerys Own Organic Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 tsp Flannerys Own Himalayan Salt Fine
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground chilli

Ingredients (Napoli Sauce)

  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • Sprig of fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/2 cup bone broth
  • 1 can organic diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups organic passata sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Flannerys Own Himalayan Salt Fine
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • In a small bowl combine the chia seeds and the bone broth – allow to rest for 20 minutes.
  • In a large bowl combine chia and broth mix with the remaining ingredients. Once evenly combined, roll the mixture in small balls. Cover & refrigerate for 1 hours.
  • In the meantime, prepare the Napoli sauce.
  • Saute the onion, garlic and rosemary over medium heat. Once the onions have softened add the lemon juice, bone broth, tomatoes, passata, salt & pepper. Allow to simmer over medium heat until the liquid thickens.
  • At this stage the meatballs can be removed from the fridge and barbecued or grilled until golden.
  • With the sauce thickened, add the meatballs and stir.
  • Serve meatballs with pasta of choice or zucchini pasta (zucchini grated to look like pasta).

Related Recipes

Vanilla, Chai and Blueberry Protein Oats

Vanilla, Chai and Blueberry Protein Oats

Filled with nutritious oats, boasting slow-releasing carbohydrates and essential nutrients for sustained energy. A comforting hug in a bowl, with added protein to kickstart your day. Helping you stay fuller for longer while promoting muscle development and recovery, blood sugar ...

read more

share this with friends

Autumn Green Cannelloni Bean Soup

Autumn Green Cannelloni Bean Soup

Embrace the harvest season with every spoonful of our Autumn Green Cannellini Bean Soup. A hearty blend of seasonal greens and creamy beans, perfect for cool autumn days! Recipe & Photography by Cecile Vadas @cecilevadas serves: 4 | time: 25 ...

read more

share this with friends

Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates

Ferrero Rocher Stuffed Dates

Introducing a fresh twist on Easter treats – these delectable chocolate hazelnut-filled dates are so simple to prepare! They make for the ideal indulgence to keep stocked in your freezer. Recipe & Photography by Courtney Sutton @selfbycjs   Ingredients: 10 ...

read more

share this with friends