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How to Make Keto Tex-Mex Ground Beef Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex cuisine is known for its bold flavors and hearty, satisfying dishes. This Keto Tex-Mex Ground Beef Casserole is a perfect example of traditional Tex-Mex flavors, with a low-carb twist that's perfect for anyone following a ketogenic diet. It's packed with all the delicious, savory flavors you love, without all the carbs that can throw off your macros.

This casserole is a great way to use ground beef as the main protein, and it's a versatile dish that allows for plenty of custom...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 2 ½ teaspoons chili powder, divided
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder, divided
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 pound frozen riced cauliflower, thawed and drained
  • 1 ½ cups grated Cheddar cheese, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 11x7-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 11x7-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until spiced are distributed evenly. Cook until fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk together eggs and cream in a bowl; add to meat mixture. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish and pat down evenly.
  • Wipe the skillet clean, add olive oil, and heat over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Add remaining 1 teaspoon each chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring often, 2 to 3 minutes. Add cauliflower rice and continue cooking for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese, and spread on top of meat in the baking dish, smoothing with a spatula to flatten the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar over the top and bake until cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool about 5 minutes. Serve warm.

    • Nutrition

    447 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 176mg
    • Sodium: 451mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 287mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 439mg

    Categories

    Keto recipes
    Tex-mex recipes
    Ground beef recipes
    Casserole recipes