This Keto Ranchero Steak with cauliflower is a flavorful, filling, and robust low-carb dish that doesn’t compromise on flavor. A vibrant ranchero sauce is prepared with a combination of tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, and herbs, served over a juicy, pan-seared steak that has been seasoned with smoky spices. This Ranchero Steak is a substantial, well-balanced, gluten-free, keto-friendly, and high-protein meal and is served with roasted cauliflower. The ranchero sauce offers a fiery kick that wonderfully balances the richness of the steak & the cauliflower keeps everything light and low in carbohydrates. Serve this Keto Ranchero Steak with cauliflower with avocado or a dollop of sour cream to make it more flavorful & tasty.
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STATS:
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Prep time: Fifteen mins
- Serving size: 1 plate
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Total time: Forty mints.
- Diet: Gluten-free, low in carb, & keto
- Serving: 4 servings
- Course: Dinner
EQUIPMENT:
- Sheet pan
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
- Serving plate
INGREDIENTS:
FOR THE STEAK:
- 4 sirloin or flank steaks
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- Black pepper
- Salt
- One tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
THE RANCHERO SAUCE:
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ small onions
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 & ½ cups diced tomatoes
- ½ tsp. chili powder
- ½ tsp. oregano
- Salt
- 1 tbsp. chopped cilantro
FOR THE CAULIFLOWER:
- One medium-head cauliflower
- Two tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- Turn the oven on to 425°F.
- Put the cauliflower in the bowl and add the black pepper, garlic powder, salt, & olive oil.
- Then toss the cauliflower so that the seasoning will adhere easily.
- Arrange the cauliflower on a baking sheet.
- Then bake the cauliflower for 20 to 25 minutes or till it gets golden & soft.
- Put the steak in the bowl and add cumin, paprika, salt, & black pepper in the steaks.
- Then toss the steak so that the seasoning will adhere easily.
- Give those ten minutes to rest at an ambient temperature.
- We can heat the skillet on the medium to high heat.
- Add oil to the skillet and char the steaks for three to four minutes from both sides.
- Then we can pour the oil in the similar skillet and cook the onion, garlic, and jalapeño for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes, oregano, salt, and chili powder and boil for 6 to 8 minutes.
- We can blend the sauce to make it a smooth texture; otherwise, leave it chunky.
- Add the chopped cilantro and mix.
- Top steak with a heaping dollop of ranchero sauce and serve over roasted cauliflower.
TIPS:
- We can let the steak rest to keep steaks juicy after cooking.
- You can marinate steaks for one to two hours in olive oil, lime juice, and garlic to make them more flavorful & tasty.
- We can add slices of avocado or shredded cheese to make it richer and tasty.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You would put the leftover Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower in the sealed box and store this dish for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- You can put the sauce and the steak in the individual boxes and then store this dish for more than 2 months.
FAQs:
Is this Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower low in carbs?
- Yes, this Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower is low in carbs and it only contains 7g net carbs, 3g fiber, 10g carbs, and 38g proteins are present in per serving of this dish.
Will we store this Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower?
- Yes, we can store this Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower in the sealed box for 4 days in the fridge and 4 months in the freezer as well.
Can I make this Ranchero Steak with Cauliflower with any other meat?
- Yes we can easily make this dish with the other meat like chicken, pork chops or with the tofu to make it vegetarian.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 460 kcal
Total carbs: 10g
Fiber: 3g
Net Carbs: 7g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 32g
Sodium: 520mg
Potassium: 880mg
Calcium: 60mg
Iron: 3.1mg
Vitamin A: 450 IU
Serving size: 1 steak + 1 cup cauliflower