Macro-Friendly Meatball Sub

1: Add chopped onion, celery, and carrot to a non-stick pot or pan over medium-low heat. Simmer until translucent.

2: Once softened, add minced garlic and gochujang, simmer for 1-2 minutes.

3: Add canned tomatoes, umami sauce or soy sauce, salt, and pepper; blend the sauce until completely smooth.

4: Add chopped basil, set to lowest heat, cover, and prep meatballs.

5: Bake meatballs at 400°F for 8 minutes, remove, then add to marinara sauce and cover with sauce completely.

6: Cover pot and place on low simmer for about 20 minutes or until meatballs reach 160°F internal temperature.