Low Carb Spicy Pork Tacos
Dive into a flavor-packed fiesta with these Low Carb Spicy Pork Tacos, the perfect combination of bold spices and refreshing toppings—all without the carb-heavy tortillas! Succulent ground pork is seasoned with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne for a fiery kick, then balanced with a splash of zesty lime juice. Served atop crisp lettuce leaves, these tacos are topped with creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and fresh cilantro, offering a deliciously satisfying crunch in every bite. Customize with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of hot sauce for extra heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this keto-friendly recipe is ideal for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or a vibrant lunchtime treat. Perfectly low-carb, but bursting with robust taco flavors—these spicy pork tacos will have you ditching those tortillas in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 8 leaves Iceberg or romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- 2 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground pork to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss to evenly coat the pork in the seasoning.
Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to toast and blend with the pork.
Drizzle the cooked pork with fresh lime juice, stir well, and remove the skillet from heat.
To assemble the tacos, take a lettuce leaf and spoon a portion of the spicy pork mixture into the center.
Top with diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a dash of hot sauce, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb spicy pork tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.9 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 438 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1893 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 125.9 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1557 mg | 33% | |
*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.
