A common cause of worry among Ketogenic dieters might be overconsumption of refined carbs and grains. Ketogenic diet or more popularly known as ‘keto diet’ involves consumption of foods high in protein, fat, and fiber. This way of eating aims to minimize the consumption of refined carbs and sugars which are commonly the culprits of stored fat. Keto diet mainly works by stimulating the liver to produce ketones that break down the body’s excess fat tissue.
For many who give any diet a try, they may feel like they have to give up on their favorite foods. When it comes to Mexican food, however, that is completely not true! Here are four Mexican dishes that are keto-approved, delicious, and free from bad carbs!
Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Burritos
Give your burrito a special twist by going BBQ! This dish is oozing with tender beef, with the sweet and savory barbecue flavor. If you have a slow cooker in your kitchen, all you need is a sirloin steak, barbecue sauce (you can make your own keto-friendly sauce), salt, pepper and garlic to taste. Typically, burritos are made with tortillas. However, you can take the lettuce wrap route instead. Combine all seasonings and beef in the slow cooker, and simmer to cook. Once the texture is easily pulled out by a fork, you can remove the beef from the heat. This succulent dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and contains 750 calories per serving.
Chipotle Steak Bowl
Any Mexican food fan will know that Chipotle is a go-to for their cravings. How about recreating this dish at home, with the same ingredients and just half the price? Besides, you won’t be tempted to order additional carb-filled dishes. Chipotle steak bowl is actually easy to make. Its juicy meat accompanied with the fresh flavors of guacamole, sour cream and cilantro can just make any keto dieter happy. A piece of skirt steak, salt, pepper, cilantro, cheese and sour cream will be the main ingredients of this dish. The steak will be cooked with a fast sear, seasoned evenly with salt and pepper. Once this is done, the steak will be ready for garnishing with the rest of the ingredients. For a 650 calorie meal, this will truly satisfy your hunger for Mexican food.
Ultimate Mexican Casserole
There’s green bean casserole for Thanksgiving and potato gratin for the carb lovers. What’s for the keto dieter? The Mexican Casserole of course! It has the right amount of spice, creaminess, and meatiness that any person would love, minus the carbs. This dish is made of chipotle peppers, chicken thighs, enchilada sauce, cheese and heavy cream. Layer them nicely in a baking dish, and your low carb casserole is good to go. For a nice garnish, you can top your casserole with cilantro, like that from Cibao Meat Products, or minced ham.
Easy Guacamole
What about a keto-friendly dish that’s also vegan? If you prefer to stay away from meaty Mexican dishes, then an easy guacamole will be perfect to cure your hunger pangs. The rich, tangy, creamy blend of avocado, tomatoes, and onion will be a perfect match low carb tortilla wraps or with sliced vegetables. For only 155 calories per serving, you can enjoy a dose of healthy fats and nutrients.
With these dishes, being low-carb is definitely not a bad idea. Keto enthusiasts are sure to enjoy the rich and vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine without sacrificing their diet.
