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Keto Tamale Pie Casserole

Keto Tamale Pie Casserole

Looking for a TexMex casserole that's fast and easy to prepare? This recipe is full of flavor, pretty quick to make, and doesn't require much prep beyond shredding cheese, mixing a simple batter, and cooking ground beef. Win. Win.

Course Main Course
Cuisine TexMex
10 minutes
50 minutes
Rest Time 15 minutes
1 hour
Servings 10
Calories 488 kcal

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 lbs ground beef 80/20
  • 1/2 med onion chopped
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 Tbsps chili powder
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle pepper
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes
  • 3 oz tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Topping

  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • 1/2 cup shredded smoked cheddar
  • 2/3 cups coconut flour
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 eggs
  • 6 Tbsp butter melted
  • 3/4 cup unsweet almond/coconut milk

Instructions

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F.
  2. Add ground beef and chopped onions into a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the next 8 spice ingredients up to chipotle pepper. Mix in spices and brown beef until cooked through and onions are softened.
  3. Add in Rotel tomatoes and tomato paste. Continue to cook until liquid dries up.
  4. Stir in sour cream, then transfer filling into a 10 inch round oven proof casserole dish. Top with both cheeses.
  5. In medium mixing bowl, place the flours, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt. Stir together until well mixed. Add eggs, melted butter, and almond/coconut milk and mix well. Batter will be thick.
  6. Top casserole with batter and spread until evenly covered. Place in oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes until the top is firm and a golden brown. Let sit 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Keto Tamale Pie Casserole
Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
Calories 488 Calories from Fat 342
% Daily Value*
Fat 38g58%
Saturated Fat 18g113%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 171mg57%
Sodium 787mg34%
Potassium 564mg16%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 25g50%
Calcium 229mg23%
Vitamin C 2.5mg3%
Vitamin A 1395IU28%
Iron 3.6mg20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.