Keto Savory Pasta with Ground Meat

Indulge in a low-carb twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Keto Savory Pasta with Ground Meat. Perfect for keto enthusiasts, this dish swaps traditional pasta for shirataki noodles, which are low in carbs yet high in texture, making them the ideal base for a hearty sauce. Juicy ground beef is slow-simmered in a rich, tomato-based sauce infused with fragrant garlic, Italian seasoning, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant chopped basil, this quick 35-minute recipe is as flavorful as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish combines comfort food vibes with keto-friendly goodness that’s sure to keep cravings in check.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g shirataki noodles
• 500 g ground beef
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 400 g crushed tomatoes
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 50 g parmesan cheese, grated
• 10 g fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shirataki noodles thoroughly under cold water. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef to the skillet. Brown the meat, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

While the sauce is simmering, dry fry the shirataki noodles in a separate pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes to remove excess moisture. This helps improve the noodle texture.

Step 8

Add the prepared shirataki noodles to the skillet with the sauce. Toss until the noodles are well coated with the sauce.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and chopped basil leaves over the pasta.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan cheese and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1522.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1762.4

Total Fat 132.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 404.0mg	0%
Sodium 3584.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 110.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 856.7mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2349.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 10.6%