Low Carb Taco Meat

Savor the bold, south-of-the-border flavors of this easy and flavorful Low Carb Taco Meat recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and oregano, this keto-friendly dish delivers all the rich, savory goodness you love—without the carbs. Ready in just 20 minutes, this one-skillet wonder combines ground beef, tomato paste, and a splash of beef broth for a mouthwatering taco meat that’s juicy and packed with spice in every bite. Serve it up in lettuce wraps, over cauliflower rice, or in a taco bowl for a customizable, healthy, and satisfying meal. Whether you’re following a keto diet or simply in need of a quick weeknight dinner, this low-carb taco meat is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 0.5 cup Beef broth (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is heated, add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, if needed.

Step 4

Add the onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the browned beef. Stir well to evenly coat the meat with the spices.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Pour in the beef broth and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly and thicken.

Step 7

Taste the taco meat and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and serve hot with your choice of low-carb accompaniments like lettuce wraps, cauliflower rice, or a taco bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(640.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1368.3

Total Fat 107.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 313.1mg	0%
Sodium 1610.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 138.1mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1627.8mg	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: 71.2%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 5.2%