Keto Beef Enchiladas Recipe | Ground Beef Mexican Enchiladas (2024)

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These Delicious Gluten Free & Keto Beef Enchiladas are an Easy to Make Keto Mexican Dinner the Whole family will Love! The Low Carb Enchiladas are made with ayummy Tex Mex Ground Beef that’sAbsolutelyloaded withflavour. The beef is then rolled inside of crispy meltedcheese and is Smothered withSauce and More MeltedCheese. They make a Perfect Make Ahead Meal that can Quickly be Reheated in only a Few Minutes.

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Ingredients Needed To Make these Keto Enchiladas

To make these Delicious Low Carb Enchiladas You’ll Need: Shredded Cheddar Cheese,Shredded Mozzarella Cheese,Ground Beef,Minced Onion,Cumin, Chili Powder,Paprika,Onion Powder,Garlic Power,Salt,Pepper,Water,Pickled Jalapeños (Optional),Enchiladas Sauce andSour Cream

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How Do You Make Keto Beef Enchiladas?

To Make this Low Carb Enchiladas Recipe:

Step 1: Start by browning the beef with the minced onion. Then mix the cumin, chilli powder, onion and garlic powder and salt and pepper with the water. Then pour over the browned ground beef. Let simmer until all the liquid is evaporated.

Step 2: Then mix the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses in a large mixing bowl. Divide the cheese mixture into 6 then make into balls. Place onto a parchment paper (Not Waxed Paper) lined baking sheet. Bake until the edges are golden brown, then flip upside down. Place a few spoonfuls of the beef on the edge of each shell. Tightly roll each one into a cigar shape.

Step 3: Turn your oven temperature down, then place the cheesy beef rolls in a row on a small baking pan or dish. Then pour the enchiladas sauce evenly over them. Cover with remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese. Bake until the cheese on top is melted.Remove from the pan and serve with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

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WHAT IS THE KETOGENIC DIET?

The ketogenic diet (often calledketo) is a very low-carb, high-fat diet that shares similarities to paleo, Whole30, and Atkins.It involves drastically reducing carbohydrate intake, and replacing it with fat.When your body switches to burning fatfor its primary fuel source, that’s when you hit ketosis.

While on the Keto diet you’re supposed to get at least 70 percent of your calories from fat, 15 to 25 percent from protein, and 10 percent from carbohydrates. You’re supposed to avoid all grains, legumes, root vegetables, fruit, (except berries) and sugar.

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Keto Beef Enchiladas

TheseKeto Beef Enchiladasare loaded with Flavor and provide a nutritious hit of healthy fats. The recipe is best served with a side of sour cream and garnished with chopped fresh Cilantro or Parsley. They can be made with many variations. Instead of Beef you could use Chicken with Franks Red or you could add a little cream cheese and or jalapeños.

Looking for some more delicious Keto Recipes? You’re in luck! I have some of my families favourite recipes to share. Our absolute fav are these Keto Bacon Dill Pickle Fat Bombs.I love that they’re so easy and quick to make. Another one of our favourites, is this tasty Keto Jalapeño Popper Taquitos.They’re perfect for impressing dinner guests or for spoiling someone special.

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Recipe Notes:

– You must use Parchment Paper, Not Waxed Paper. The cheese will stick to waxed paper.

– To make ahead: Roll out the beef and cheese. Let cool completely, then store in the fridge or freezer (without any sauce on them).

To reheat, Preheat oven to 350 F. Pour the sauce over then add the cheese. Bake for 8 -10 minutes.

– ThisKeto Beef Enchiladas Recipe Makes 3 Servings.

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Keto Beef Enchiladas

These Delicious Gluten Free & Keto Beef Enchiladas are High in Healthy Fats and Low in Carbs. They make a Perfect Make Ahead Meal that can Quickly be Reheated in only a Few Minutes.

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Course: Keto Mexican Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: gluten free, Grouund Beef, Keto, Low Carb, Mexican

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 Enchiladas

Calories: 575kcal

Author: Lyndsay Baker

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Divided
  • 1 1/4 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/4 Cup Minced Onion
  • 1 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Divided
  • 1 1/4 Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/4 Cup Minced Onion
  • 1 Tbsp Cumin
  • 1/2 Tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 Tsp Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Power
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Pepper
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/8 Cup Pickled Jalapeños Optional
  • 1/2 Cup Enchiladas Sauce
  • 1/4 Cup Sour Cream

Instructions

  • Brown the beef with the minced onion. In a cup mix the cumin, chilli powder, onion and garlic powder and salt and pepper with the water. Then pour over the browned ground beef. Let simmer for 5 – 10 minutes or until all the liquid is evaporated. Chop the add the pickled jalapeños. Mix until incorporated.

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix 1 1/4 cup of the cheddar and all of the mozzarella cheese. Divide the cheese mixture into 6 then make balls. Place onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Bake @ 400 F for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

  • Let cool for 1- 2 minutes. Flip upside down, then place a few spoonfuls of the beef on the edge of each shell. Tightly roll each one into a cigar shape. (You need to do this quite quickly, before the cheese hardens)

  • Turn your oven temperature down to 350 F. Place the cheesy beef rolls in a row on a small baking pan or dish. Then pour the enchiladas sauce evenly over them. Cover with remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese, then bake for 8 - 10 minutes of until the cheese on top is melted.

  • Remove from the pan and serve with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 575kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.5g | Protein: 45.8g | Fat: 42g | Fiber: 0.6g

NUTRITIONAL INFO

1 Batch of Keto Beef Enchiladas = 3 Servings

Each Serving or 2 Beef Enchiladas (with Sauce and Sour Cream) =

575 Calories | 42 g Fat | 5.5 g Carbs | 0.6 g Fibre | 45.8 g Protein

4.9 g Net Carbs

Note: Nutritional information provided is an estimateand will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

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Other Keto Friendly/Low Carb Cheese Shell Recipes:

If you love this Keto Beef Enchiladas Recipe, check out some of my other Keto Mexican Recipes here:

  • Keto Bacon and Egg Breakfast Quesadilla
  • Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Taquitos
  • Keto Chicken Quesadilla
  • Fat Head Taco Rolls

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FAQs

What is better for enchiladas corn or flour tortillas? ›

While some recipes use flour tortillas, corn tortillas are traditional — and for good reason — are the better option for enchiladas. Corn tortillas have a distinct flavor that plays a key part of the enchilada experience, compared to flour tortillas, which are more like a blank slate.

What is the secret to non soggy enchiladas? ›

The most important tip for avoiding soggy enchiladas is to briefly fry your tortillas in hot oil before you fill and roll. This creates a little bit of a barrier so that the tortillas don't soak up too much of the sauce and therefore start to break down.

How many carbs are in homemade enchiladas with beef? ›

Beef enchiladas, with beans (1 each - 6" long, 6" diameter tortilla rolled) contains 19.3g total carbs, 16.3g net carbs, 5g fat, 7.5g protein, and 151 calories.

Should I bake enchiladas covered or uncovered? ›

Arrange enchiladas, seam-side down, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with taco sauce and remaining 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Let cool briefly before serving.

What kind of tortillas do Mexican restaurants use for enchiladas? ›

Tortillas: Corn tortillas are traditionally used in Mexican-style enchiladas, but I typically use flour tortillas (which are more commonly used in Tex-Mex and American-style enchiladas) since they are much easier to roll. That said, just about any style of tortillas will work in this recipe.

Why do my tortillas fall apart when I make enchiladas? ›

Make sure that you lightly grease your dish, which will help keep the tortillas from sticking to the pan. Fry each of your tortillas in hot oil before adding in your enchilada filling. This will help keep the tortillas from soaking up too much of your sauce too quickly, which can also cause them to break apart.

Should I fry flour tortillas before making enchiladas? ›

It's important to pre-cook the tortillas because not only does cooking them help soften them for rolling, cooking them in a little fat helps develop the flavor of the tortillas. As the tortillas brown a little, remove them to a plate.

How to keep enchiladas from getting hard on the bottom? ›

Some recipes suggest spreading a little sauce (½ cup for a 3-quart baking dish) on the bottom of the pan before adding enchiladas. This keeps the tortillas from sticking to the pan or getting tough on the bottom.

Can diabetics eat beef enchiladas? ›

Better Bet: Beef and Bean Enchilada

Lean beef and black beans make this Mexican dish a good option for a diabetic diet. The fiber in the beans can help lower blood cholesterol and control blood sugar.

Are beef enchiladas unhealthy? ›

The main nutrition drawback with enchiladas is that they can potentially be high in saturated fat, depending on how you prepare them. Saturated fat–found in animal products like cheese, beef, and more–is associated with higher risk of heart disease (4).

Are Mexican enchiladas healthy? ›

Best: Enchiladas

These are Mexican comfort food, but they're waistline-friendly. Corn tortillas are wrapped around a filling and baked in a chili sauce. The chicken or veggie version has only about 300 calories. Order the kind with red or green sauce.

Does enchilada sauce have a lot of carbs? ›

Enchilada sauce, red, homemade (0.25 cup) contains 2.4g total carbs, 1.7g net carbs, 1.2g fat, 0.5g protein, and 21 calories.

How many carbs in a shredded beef enchilada? ›

Old El Paso Shredded Beef Enchiladas (0.5 package) contains 35g total carbs, 30g net carbs, 11g fat, 22g protein, and 330 calories.

Do Mexicans prefer flour or corn tortillas? ›

Corn tortillas are seen as more authentic to Mexican dishes, corn has been a staple ingredient in Mexican cooking for thousands of years. Wheat, on the other hand, has only been around since the Spanish brought the crop with them when they arrived in the Americas.

What is the best corn tortilla to use for enchiladas? ›

Sturdy yellow corn tortillas hold up better in these enchiladas than more delicate white corn tortillas. The corn tortillas must be softened before they are rolled and baked in the casserole. Frying them gently in a little oil greatly enhances the flavor of the tortillas.

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