Description
These Keto Meat Pies are a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional meat pies, featuring a savory ground beef and cauliflower filling wrapped in a buttery almond flour crust. Perfect for a satisfying meal or snack, they combine flavorful spices and melted cheese baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Crust
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the meat pies.
- Cook Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef along with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned and onions are softened.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Stir in the cauliflower rice, shredded cheese, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, mixing well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Prepare Dough: In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, melted butter, and eggs. Mix these to form a pliable dough for the pie crust.
- Shape Pies: Roll out the dough on a flat surface and cut into circles. Spoon the cooked filling into the center of each circle, then fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges to enclose the filling completely.
- Bake: Arrange the prepared pies on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the meat pies to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to let the filling set and avoid burning your mouth.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower for best texture in the rice.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cheese with a plant-based alternative and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- The pies can be frozen after baking and reheated in the oven for a quick meal later.
- Make sure to seal edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt.
