Keto Unstuffed Pepper Skillet

This Keto Unstuffed Pepper Skillet is a savory and colorful recipe. We prepare this pepper skillet with ground beef, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, olive oil, keto tomato sauce, parsley, salt, mozzarella cheese, Black pepper, paprika, onion, bell peppers, cheddar cheese, and cumin. This pepper skillet contains six grams of net carbs and 380 calories. We make this pepper skillet in only thirty to thirty-five minutes. This Keto Unstuffed Pepper Skillet is perfect for dinners, events, gatherings, breakfasts, sides, lunches, and appetizers. We store this pepper skillet in a freezer for just 2 months, so you can prepare this skillet earlier. You can serve this pepper skillet with roasted Brussels sprouts, shredded cheese, almond flour biscuits, cucumber salad, or iced green tea.

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STATS:

• Course: Main Course
• Calories: 380 kcal
• Diet: Keto
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Portion Size: 1½ cups
• Cooking Mode: Stovetop
• Total Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Total Time: 35 minutes

TOOLS:

• Cutting board
• Big skillet
• Spatula
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup keto tomato sauce
• Olive oil, two tbsp.
• 3 bell peppers
• One onion
• Two pieces of garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp cumin
• Salt
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• Black pepper
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese

INGREDIENT NOTES:

GROUND BEEF:

• This beef gives an indulgent taste & protein in this dish. We may use ground chicken, pork, or turkey.

OLIVE OIL:

• This oil will provide nutritious fats in this dish. We can use avocado oil, butter, or coconut oil as a replacement.

ONIONS:

• This ingredient will give a mild sweetness to this recipe. You can also use green onions or powder of onion.

BELL PEPPERS:

• These peppers will provide a crispy texture with color to this meal. We can use zucchini, green peppers, or mushrooms.

TOMATO SAUCE:

• This sauce will create the foundation of the sauce. As a substitute, you can use crushed tomatoes or sugar-free tomato sauce.

TOMATO PASTE:

• This paste will help to make a thick consistency of the sauce.

CHEDDAR CHEESE:

• This cheese will give a rich taste & fat content in this recipe. As a replacement, you can use Colby Jack, dairy-free cheese, or Monterey Jack.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Gently heat the oil (olive) in a pan.
2. We add the ground beef & cook till it becomes golden.
3. Then use a spatula to make pieces and strain out the extra fat content.
4. Mix in the slices of onion and cook till they become softer, for three minutes.
5. Include the chopped bell peppers and cook till they are tender, for an extra six minutes.
6. Whisk in garlic & cook till it becomes fragrant, for 1 minute.
7. Mix in all the spices, tomato paste, and tomato sauce.
8. Slower the heat and slowly cook the mixture till all the flavors blend, for twelve minutes.
9. Divide the mozzarella & cheddar cheese on the skillet.
10. Close and cook till the cheese gets a bubbly texture and is properly melted, for three minutes.
11. Sprinkle some fresh parsley and serve this pepper skillet hot.

TIPS:

• You can use chili flakes to make this pepper skillet spicier.
• We utilize a cast-iron skillet to get a deep flavor and taste.
• Avoid cooking the peppers too much, as they will not remain crispy.
• Mix a tbsp of cream cheese to create a velvety texture.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Place it in a closed dish and store it for four days.

FREEZER:

• Store it in a closed box for only two months.

FAQs:

Can I decrease the quantity of carbs?

• Yes, you can reduce the amount of carbs by using onions in less quantity and utilizing green peppers.

Can I prepare this pepper skillet earlier?

• Yes, you can make this pepper skillet earlier, as it stores nicely in the freezer for just 2 months.

Will I utilize other veggies?

• Yes, you can use spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.

Can I make this pepper skillet with dairy-free components?

• Yes, you can use all the vegan products to make it non-dairy for dairy-intolerant people.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Fats: 26g

Calories: 380 kcal

Sugar: 3g

Sodium: 620 mg

Proteins: 25g

Net Carbs: 6g

Fiber: 2g

Portion: 1½ cups

Total Carbs: 8g