Keto Arepa with Shredded Beef and Cheese
Indulge in a delightful low-carb twist on a South American favorite with this Keto Arepa with Shredded Beef and Cheese recipe. Perfectly golden arepas made from a combination of almond flour, coconut flour, and psyllium husk powder create a fluffy, grain-free pocket that's ideal for stuffing. Tender, slow-cooked beef infused with bold spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic adds a rich, savory flavor, while melty mozzarella cheese takes the indulgence to the next level. Quick to prepare but full of flavor, this keto-friendly dish is perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a bright finish, and get ready to savor a comforting, guilt-free meal that satisfies cravings and keeps things low-carb.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons Psyllium husk powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Water
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Beef chuck roast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the shredded beef. In a slow cooker, add the beef chuck roast.
Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Pour the beef broth over the roast.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the beef is tender and easily shredded. Once done, shred the beef with two forks and keep warm.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the arepas. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, and melted unsalted butter.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Allow the dough to rest for 10 minutes to thicken.
Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Roll each part into a ball and flatten them into discs, about 1/4 inch thick.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Cook the arepas in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and let them cool slightly.
To assemble, slice the arepas in half horizontally. Add a generous portion of the shredded beef to the bottom half of each arepa.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the beef, then top with the other half of the arepa.
Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Keto Arepa with Shredded Beef and Cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1396 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.3 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 682 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
