STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
Caloric content: 280 kcal
Diet: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Time for prep: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Working time (in total): 35 minutes
Size/serving: 1 taco
Yield in total: 6 tacos
Cooking mode: Oven-baked
Difficulty level: Easy
TOOLS:
Skillet
Measuring spoons and cups
Parchment paper
Spatula
Mixing bowl
Baking tray
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 tsp of Italian seasoning
2 cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/4 cup of sliced pepperoni
Garlic powder, one-fourth tsp
Half a cup of keto marinara sauce
Black pepper
1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
Bell peppers, olives, mushrooms
Half a cup of ground beef or Italian sausage, cooked
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:
KETO MARINARA SAUCE:
Keto marinara sauce reduces carbs. Always read labels for sugars that are not listed. You can use crushed tomatoes with olive oil and herbs, which are also helpful.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
This cheese makes the taco shell and gives it shape. For the most crispy results, use pure milk mozzarella. If possible, remove already-shredded cheese that contains additional starches.
PEPPERONI:
Pepperoni provides a normal pizza flavor. Turkey pepperoni or sliced salami are great keto choices.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
The use of Parmesan cheese makes the shell crisp and provides a strong flavor. You can use Asiago or Romano in equal parts.
GROUND BEEF OR ITALIAN SAUSAGE:
Italian sausage or ground beef provides both protein and flavor in these pizza tacos. For a lighter option, you can utilize turkey sausage that is free of sugar.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
Warm the empty oven to 400°F.
Coat the baking tray with a paper (parchment).
Stir Parmesan and mozzarella cheese together.
Pour the six small circles made on the tray with the mixture of cheese.
Equally spread the garlic powder and seasoning on every single circle.
Bake till bubbly and brown, for about eight to ten minutes.
Put it aside and leave it to chill slightly till smooth.
Cook the beef or sausage in the pan.
Whisk in toppings and marinara sauce.
Spread a tbsp of the filling over every cheese round.
Carefully arrange into a taco form.
Serve these pizza tacos hot.
TIPS:
After baking, you can include fresh basil to improve the flavor.
For brown edges, bake the cheese properly for a while.
Take a spatula and use it to smooth the shells slowly.
To avoid it from breaking down, do not fill it too much.
Before folding, leave the cheese to chill completely.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
LIGHT KETO SIDES:
Antipasto Salad
Zucchini Chips
CLASSIC KETO PIZZA PAIRINGS:
Low-Carb Caesar Salad
Keto Garlic Bread
PROTEIN BOOST PLATES:
Grilled Chicken Skewers
Keto Meatball Bites
STORAGE INFORMATION:
Keep the ingredients individually when easy for you.
REFRIGERATION:
Place the filling for four days in the fridge. Fresh cheese shells work best.
FREEZING:
Store the cooked filling only for 50-60 days. Don’t keep cheese shells in the freezer.
FAQs:
Are they kid-friendly or not?
Sure, according to their requirement, adjust the seasoning of this dish.
Could I make these in a fryer (air)?
Yes, you can cook these cheese shells at 375 degrees Fahrenheit till brown and crispy.
May I prepare these vegetarian?
You can use cooked veggies in place of meat to make them vegetarian.
Will they remain crispy or not?
Yes, when you eat them fresh, they provide crispness to the taste.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING:
Calories: 280
Size/serve: 1 taco
Carbs in total: 4.5 g
Fiber: 1 g
Net carbs: 3.5 g
Fats: 21 g
Sugar: 1.5 g
Proteins: 17 g
Sodium: 540 mg