Keto Rich Ground Meat Sauce
Dive into a hearty and robust Italian-inspired dish with this Keto Rich Ground Meat Sauce, a perfect low-carb option bursting with flavor. This recipe expertly combines both ground beef and ground pork, sautéed with fragrant garlic and onion, then simmered in a rich blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a splash of red wine for depth. Seasoned with dried herbs and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes, this sauce delivers a well-balanced, savory kick. The optional addition of Parmesan cheese introduces a creamy touch, while fresh basil elevates the aroma and taste. Ready in just over an hour, this keto-friendly sauce pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or your favorite low-carb base, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 lean)
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef and ground pork to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, about 7-8 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving a small amount for flavor.
Pour in the red wine and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Reduce the heat to medium, and add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Simmer the sauce uncovered on low heat for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
If using, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let it melt into the sauce for added richness.
Before serving, garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves.
Serve hot over your choice of zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, or another keto-friendly base.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.4 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.7 g | 344% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 573 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 4232 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 166.7 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1002 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3076 mg | 65% | |
*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.
