Description
This Keto Beef Burrito Skillet is a flavorful and low-carb dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Ground beef is sautéed with aromatic spices and vegetables, then combined with cauliflower rice and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Garnished with fresh avocado and cilantro, this skillet meal captures the essence of a burrito without the carbs.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- ½ cup tomato sauce (low carb)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Garnishes
- ½ avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about 2 minutes until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
- Cook the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up as it browns. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Add spices and bell pepper: Stir in chopped bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the beef mixture, ensuring the spices coat the meat and vegetables evenly.
- Add cauliflower rice and tomato sauce: Mix in the cauliflower rice and low-carb tomato sauce. Cook the mixture for about 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the cauliflower rice to soften.
- Melt the cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture and let it melt by covering the skillet with a lid or reducing the heat to low.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Top with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro if desired, then serve warm.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- Use fresh cauliflower rice or store-bought; raw cauliflower rice works best for texture.
- Can substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or mozzarella for variation.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
