Mexican Beef Picadillo

Mexican Beef Picadillo is a flavorful and hearty dish made with ground beef, vegetables, and spices, all baked to perfection. This keto-friendly version is low in carbs while still rich in flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Olives - 50 grams, sliced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Eggs - 2 large

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, chopped tomato, olives, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Make two small wells in the meat mixture and crack an egg into each well.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your liking.
9. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 210 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall wellness.

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