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KETO BEEF SKILLET! How to Make Keto Mexican Skillet in 10 Minutes

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Keto Mexican Skillet

Cultural Context

The Keto Mexican Skillet is a modern twist on traditional Mexican flavors, designed to fit the low-carb ketogenic diet. Originating from the need for healthier meal options, this dish combines savory ground beef with vibrant vegetables and spices, creating a satisfying one-pan meal. It's a great way to enjoy the bold tastes of Mexico while adhering to dietary restrictions, making it popular among health-conscious individuals.

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45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 jalapeno, diced
1 medium tomato, diced
1 medium onion, diced
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup guacamole
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 cup low-carb chips
to taste Tapatio sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

1

Slice jalapeno thinly, removing veins and seeds if you want less spice.

2

Dice tomato into medium-sized pieces for toppings.

3

Chop onion, despite it causing tears, and prepare it for cooking.

4

Preheat a skillet and add ground beef to the pan.

5

Season ground beef with a good amount of pepper and salt.

6

Add taco seasoning to the ground beef and mix well.

7

Add Tapatio sauce for extra kick and stir into the beef.

8

Cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked.

9

Top the cooked beef with shredded cheddar cheese, saving some for later.

10

While the cheese melts, prepare low-carb chips in the skillet with some oil.

11

Prepare toppings: shredded lettuce, diced onion, diced tomato, jalapenos, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro.

12

Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, assemble the dish by layering the toppings over the beef.

13

Taste test the assembled dish, noting its taco and nacho flavor combination.

Cooking Techniques

sautéing

Equipment Needed

large skilletspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketopaleo

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Mexican Cauliflower Rice SkilletLow-Carb Mexican Skillet
Local Name: Keto Mexican Skillet

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