Keto Tacos
“Enjoy the flavors of traditional tacos while staying true to your keto lifestyle with these homemade Keto Tacos. The ingenious taco shells or tortillas, crafted with melted mozzarella, almond flour, and spices, offer a perfect low-carb vessel for a savory filling of seasoned ground beef or turkey. Top them off with your favorite keto-friendly ingredients like fresh lettuce, avocado, sour cream, and cheese for a satisfying meal that’s high in flavor and low in carbs. Embrace the taco night ritual without compromising your dietary goals with this delicious keto twist on a classic favorite.”
Ingredients:
For the taco shells/tortillas:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- Pinch of salt
For the taco filling:
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (ensure it’s low-carb or make your own with spices like chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Your choice of toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, salsa, etc.
Instructions:
- Make the taco shells/tortillas:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and well combined.
- Add the almond flour, egg, and a pinch of salt to the melted cheese mixture. Mix until it forms a dough.
- Divide the dough into portions and roll each portion into a ball. Place the balls between two sheets of parchment paper and flatten them with a rolling pin until they form thin circles (for taco shells) or oval shapes (for tortillas).
- Carefully transfer the flattened dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 8-10 minutes until golden and firm, then shape them into taco shells or tortillas while they’re still warm. Allow them to cool and firm up.
- Prepare the taco filling:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the taco seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Cook for a few more minutes until the flavors meld.
- Assemble the Keto Tacos:
- Fill each taco shell or place the filling onto the center of each tortilla.
- Add your desired toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, sour cream, shredded cheese, salsa, or any other keto-friendly toppings you prefer.
Nutritional Information (Approximate, per serving – excluding toppings):
- Calories: Around 300-350 calories per serving (2 tacos)
- Total Fat: Approximately 20-25 grams
- Saturated Fat: About 8-10 grams
- Cholesterol: Varies based on ingredients
- Total Carbohydrates: Roughly 5-7 grams (mainly from almond flour)
- Fiber: Approximately 2-3 grams
- Sugar: Around 1 gram
- Protein: Around 25-30 grams