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Paleo Egg Roll Meatballs with Slaw (Whole30, AIP Option)

Last Updated on January 5, 2022 by Jean Choi 10 Comments

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Quick, easy, and delicious twist to paleo egg roll in a bowl: juicy and tender egg roll meatballs! Served over a wonderfully marinated slaw, it’s the perfect Whole30 meal.

paleo egg roll meatballs served over slaw

I’ve seen so many Whole30 and paleo egg roll in a bowl recipes floating around. There’s something so delicious and addicting about cabbage and ground meat together, coated in a wonderful savory sauce. To give this popular dish a fun twist, I decided to create these egg roll meatballs, and the result is just wonderful and so quick at the same time.

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Paleo Egg Roll Meatballs Recipe

For these paleo and Whole30 egg roll meatballs, juicy and tender meatballs are served over a refreshing, crunchy slaw. You can make your own slaw mix, but I used a pre-made mix to cut down on time. I just love the texture of the meatballs, and the savory coconut aminos egg roll sauce is just so fantastic in both the meat and the slaw! Plus, there’s minced slaw in the meatballs, so you can sneak in veggies for kids if they don’t want to eat the slaw.

Making meatballs with slaw

Ingredients in Egg Roll Meatballs

The ingredient list is actually short and simple for these egg roll meatballs:

  • coconut aminos: This is a soy-free, Whole30 and paleo-friendly alternative to soy sauce. It’s actually milder than soy sauce, and makes a perfect base to the egg roll sauce! You can find it in most grocery stores, and this is my favorite brand.
  • lime juice
  • olive oil
  • toasted sesame oil
  • ginger
  • coleslaw: You can make your own with a mix of shredded cabbage and carrots, or purchase it pre-made like I did.
  • ground beef or ground pork: I used beef, but pork will also work! I recommend using lean ground beef with a ratio of 90/10. A combination of both ground beef and pork will also be delicious.
  • avocado oil: You can use any cooking oil of your choice, but I love that avocado oil has a high smoking point, and it’s flavorless.
Asian meatballs served over slaw mix, garnished with green onions

How to Make This Recipe

  1. Combine the ingredients for the egg roll sauce in a bowl, and stir together.
  2. Add 2 cups of the coleslaw mix in a food processor, and process until broken down into small pieces. Combine this with ground beef and half of the egg roll sauce.
  3. Toss together the remaining half of the sauce with the remaining coleslaw mix, using tongs to squeeze the vegetables to help them wilt a bit. Set aside to marinate while you cook to the egg roll meatballs.
  4. Form the meat mixture into about 20 golf-sized balls.
  5. Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  6. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes until cooked through but still tender.
  7. Taste the slaw and add salt, if needed. Serve meatballs warm over the slaw, and garnish with green onions.
tender egg roll meatballs cut in half with a fork

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I serve this dish with?

Because you make the slaw as a side dish with the meatballs, you can serve this dish as is. However, if you want to add something extra, you can enjoy it with a side of cooked cauliflower rice!

Can I bake the meatballs?

Yes! If you’d rather bake the meatballs, preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

How long do the leftovers last?

Both the egg roll meatballs and the slaw will last for 3-4 days, kept in an airtight container in the fridge. The slaw will wilt a bit more the longer it sits, but it’ll still be delicious!

lifting a meatball with a fork

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egg roll meatballs with slaw

Paleo Egg Roll Meatballs with Slaw (Whole30)

Quick, easy, and delicious twist to paleo egg roll in a bowl: egg roll meatballs! Served over a wonderfully marinated slaw, it's the perfect Whole30 meal.
4.75 from 4 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: paleo asian dishes, paleo egg roll in a bowl, paleo egg roll in. abowl, sticky asian meatballs, whole30 asian meatballs, whole30 asian recipes, whole30 egg roll
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 343kcal

Ingredients

Egg Roll Sauce

  • 1/2 cup coconut aminos
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil omit for AIP
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger grated

Meatballs and Slaw

  • 16-18 oz coleslaw mix cabbage and carrots
  • 1 lb lean ground beef or ground pork
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or your favorite cooking oil
  • Optional: sea salt if needed
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Whisk together all ingredients for the egg roll sauce in a bowl.
  • Take 2 cups of the coleslaw mix and chop into small pieces in a food processor. Combine with ground beef and half of the egg roll sauce.
  • Toss together the remaining half of the sauce with the remaining coleslaw mix, squeezing the vegetables with tongs to help them wilt a bit. Set aside to marinate.
  • Use your hands to form the meat mixture into golf-sized balls (about 20 meatballs).
  • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add the meatballs and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes until cooked through, but still tender.
  • Taste the slaw and add salt, if needed. Serve meatballs warm over marinated slaw, garnished with green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Paleo Egg Roll Meatballs with Slaw (Whole30)
Amount Per Serving (1 serving – makes 4)
Calories 343 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 70mg23%
Sodium 774mg34%
Potassium 604mg17%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 111IU2%
Vitamin C 43mg52%
Calcium 61mg6%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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By Jean Choi | January 5, 2022

Comments

  1. Dani Arnold says

    January 9, 2022 at 4:03 am

    5 stars
    Another winner!! I made this for dinner last night and my husband asked me to add it to the list for next week again!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 14, 2022 at 3:15 pm

      That makes me SOO happy!

      Reply
  2. Julie says

    January 12, 2022 at 10:01 am

    Really enjoyed this recipe! It was easy to make, simple ingredients but a lot of flavor. I make the meatballs a bigger and increased the cook time about 5 minutes and served over cauliflower rice, so good!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 14, 2022 at 3:14 pm

      Sounds wonderful!

      Reply
  3. Rachel says

    January 12, 2022 at 11:32 am

    5 stars
    These were a crowd pleaser from my 3 year old to hubby who just found out he has high cholesterol đŸ˜¬. So healthy and he literally said this is so good!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      January 14, 2022 at 3:15 pm

      That’s amazing to hear! Thanks so much for leaving a review!

      Reply
  4. Alden G says

    January 13, 2022 at 3:21 am

    5 stars
    Yum!!! I made this recipe for prepped work lunches and it held up great. I used pork for the meatballs and actually cooked them in the air fryer because it was already out and I didn’t want to use another pan (the struggle). Also used a bag of broccoli slaw instead of coleslaw since that’s what I had in the fridge!

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  5. Wendy says

    March 25, 2022 at 8:13 am

    I just found you on TikTok and saw you make these. Trying these out this weekend! Your recipes look sooooooo tasty!

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    • Jean Choi says

      March 25, 2022 at 1:43 pm

      Thank you so much!! I hope you like them. Enjoy your weekend!!

      Reply
  6. Morgan says

    June 30, 2022 at 8:09 pm

    4 stars
    This was good!

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