Keto Enchiladas Recipe
Keto Enchiladas are a delicious and healthy dish inspired by Mexican cuisine, perfect for individuals following a ketogenic diet. Traditional tortillas are replaced with low-carb versions, while the authentic flavors of the filling are preserved. Ground meat, aromatic spices, and colorful vegetables create a juicy and spicy filling that is rolled up and topped with a tasty tomato sauce. The dish is then sprinkled with grated yellow cheese and baked in the ovenuntil the cheese melts, creating a combination of crispy exterior and gooey cheese. Keto Enchiladas can be served with favorite toppings such as sour cream, chopped chives, or guacamole. It's a dish that will satisfy your cravings while staying in line with the principles of the ketogenic diet.
Ingredients:
Filling:
- 1 pound ground meat (e.g., beef or chicken)
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can tomato puree (about 14 ounces)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional:
- 8 keto tortillas (made with almond flour or other low-carb ingredients)
- 5.3 ounces grated yellow cheese (e.g., cheddar)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the filling: In a large pot, heat the coconut oil or olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté for a few minutes until they are soft and slightly translucent.
- Add the ground meat to the pot and cook until well browned. Add the diced bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes until the peppers are soft.
- Prepare the sauce: In another pot, heat the butter or coconut oil. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and sauté for a few minutes until the garlic is aromatic.
- Add the tomato puree to the sauce and stir until all the ingredients are combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread a small amount of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the meat filling on each tortilla and roll them tightly. Arrange them in the baking dish, seam side down.
- Once all the enchiladas are arranged in the dish, pour the remaining tomato sauce over them. Sprinkle with grated yellow cheese.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the dish is hot.
- Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them cool for a moment. Then, serve them with additional toppings such as sour cream, chopped chives, or guacamole.
- Enjoy!
Summary
Keto Enchiladas are a delicious and healthy dish inspired by Mexican cuisine, perfect for those following a ketogenic diet. Traditional tortilla wraps are replaced with low-carb versions, while the authentic flavors of the filling are preserved. Ground meat, aromatic spices, and colorful vegetables create a juicy and spicy filling, which is rolled into enchiladas and topped with a tasty tomato sauce. The dish is then sprinkled with shredded yellow cheese and baked in the oven until the cheese is melted, creating a crispy outer layer and gooey interior. Keto Enchiladas can be served with favorite toppings such as sour cream, chopped scallions, or guacamole. It's a satisfying meal that will satisfy your cravings while staying true to the principles of the ketogenic diet.
Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 20 min
Macro nutrients per 100 grams
Calories: 185 kcal
Carbohydrate: 14.2 g
Protein: 10.76 g
Fat: 9.5 g
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