Keto Beef Taquitos
Satisfy your cravings with these delicious and guilt-free Keto Beef Taquitos! This low-carb recipe swaps traditional tortillas for crispy, golden cheddar cheese shells, creating a savory treat that's perfect for keto enthusiasts. Packed with flavorful ground beef seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, these taquitos deliver bold, Tex-Mex-inspired taste in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, they’re ideal for weeknight dinners or party appetizers. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges to add a burst of freshness. These cheesy, protein-packed taquitos are a must-try for anyone looking to indulge without straying from their keto lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 small, diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Pepper
- 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh cilantro
- 4 (optional for serving) Lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the cheese shells, place small mounds (about 1/4 cup each) of shredded cheddar cheese onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound slightly into a circle about 4 inches in diameter.
Bake the cheese circles in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the cheese shells from the oven and allow them to cool for 1-2 minutes until they are firm enough to handle but still pliable.
Carefully lift each cheese circle using a spatula and shape it around the handle of a wooden spoon or dowel to form a taquito shape. Hold until set, about 30 seconds, then remove and set aside. Repeat with remaining cheese circles.
Once all the cheese shells are shaped, fill each with a spoonful of the beef mixture and roll up tightly.
Arrange the assembled taquitos on a serving platter. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 161.2 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 489 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 3514 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 125.6 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2012 mg | 43% | |
*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.
