Low Carb Arepa with Shredded Beef
Discover a delicious twist on a Latin American classic with this **Low Carb Arepa with Shredded Beef** recipe! Made with a nutritious blend of almond and coconut flours, these gluten-free arepas are soft, golden, and perfect for maintaining your low-carb lifestyle. Filled with tender, fall-apart shredded beef slow-cooked in a savory tomato and spice-infused broth, this dish is bursting with bold, comforting flavors. The combination of fragrant garlic, onions, cumin, and paprika creates the perfect balance in every bite. Whether you're gluten-free, keto, or just looking for a wholesome meal, these arepas paired with shredded beef make for a hearty and satisfying option. Serve them warm with creamy avocado slices or a crisp side salad for an unforgettable dining experience! Keywords: low carb arepa, keto arepa, gluten-free arepa recipe, shredded beef filling, Latin American low-carb recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon Psyllium husk powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 pound Beef chuck roast
- 1 large Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
Season the beef chuck roast with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Sear the beef on all sides until browned, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, cumin, and paprika. Bring to a simmer.
Return the beef to the pot, cover, and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for about 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
While the beef is cooking, prepare the arepas by combining almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs and water together. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms. Let it rest for about 10 minutes to thicken.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape into round discs about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the arepas for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Keep warm.
Once the beef is tender, shred with forks directly in the pot. Stir in chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning as needed.
Carefully slice each arepa horizontally to create a pocket and fill generously with the shredded beef.
Serve the arepas warm with a side of avocado slices or a simple salad for a complete low-carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 228.0 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.9 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 882 mg | 294% | |
| Sodium | 5283 mg | 230% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 169.7 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 3212 mg | 68% | |
*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.
