Whole30 Ground Beef Taco Meat (Keto, Paleo)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner while ground pork can be less expensive.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika offers a similar flavor with less heat.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity with a different flavor profile.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula.

Cook the beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Drain excess fat if necessary.

Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Add water to the mixture and stir well to combine.

Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Serve in taco shells with desired toppings.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Dietary