Keto Ground Beef Recipes

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Keto ground beef recipes are just as tasty as their high-carb counterparts. Get started with these simple meals you can make right away with everyday ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. From stir-fries and skillet meals to casseroles and slow-cooked dishes, ground beef is a cheap yet healthy protein that’s perfect on a keto diet.

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Best Keto Friendly Recipes Using Ground Beef

What makes the best ground beef recipe?

I think it has to have a few things going for it. 

Here are a few benefits of ground beef recipes that come to mind

  • Easy to cook
  • Budget-friendly
  • Freezer-friendly
  • Family-friendly

Would you agree?

I usually fill a printable keto meal planner, defrost 4 pounds at a time, and bulk prep the recipes posted below. Then I have enough meals made to last the whole week!

My friend Cara has a clever way to bulk prep ground beef for her and her family in an Instant Pot. If you have an Instant Pot give this method a try.

Ground beef is a great protein to add to all kinds of meals. Think of stir fry dishes, skillet meals, oven-baked casseroles, slow-cooked dinners, quick wraps, and pasta!

Ground beef on a white surface.

Ground Beef Nutrition

Ground beef is also known as “mince” or “hamburger.” These terms all refer to finely chopped or “minced” beef, or more likely, ground in a meat grinder.

It’s easy to find ground beef in any grocery store. Did you know you can also grind beef at home with or without a grinder? (1, 2) For those of you who are adventurous, I recommend making custom organ meat blends too.

You may notice a difference between the packages at the store. Have you ever seen numbers like “80/20”, “75/25”, or “90/10”?

If not, take note next time you are shopping in the meat aisle.

These numbers are ratios and indicate the percent of lean meat and fat that makes up the composition of a particular ground beef package.

For example, 80/20 is made up of 80 percent lean muscle meat to 20 percent fat. Per 4 ounces (113 grams), a serving of 80/20 ground beef has 20 grams of protein, 22 grams of fat, and 0 grams of carbohydrate. Each serving is 278 total calories.

Where to Buy Keto Ground Beef?

If you have a close relationship with your butcher, I highly recommend making a custom order for ground brisket. It’s my favorite type of ground beef. Be sure to specify you want the fat cap ground in too!

In general, when it comes to meat, always get the best quality possible. Don’t worry about being “perfect”, but always try your best.

Suppose you can source directly from the farmers and ranchers themselves, even better! Take a look at my tips on sourcing farm direct.

I can also recommend a few places online:

Butcher box ground beef deal.

How to Store Ground Beef

I recommend storing ground beef in your freezer until you are ready to cook it.

To thaw the ground beef, start by placing it in the refrigerator. Then, before you want to use it, let it slowly defrost overnight.

Some recipes call for raw ground beef, and in other instances, you can get away with using pre-cooked ground beef. 

If you know what you want to make ahead of time, it is fine to bulk prep the ground beef and store it in the refrigerator for a few days until you use it up.

To meal prep the beef, brown it in cooking fat and then store in an air-tight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 4 months and it will be safe. (3)

When you find a new favorite keto recipe with ground beef, feel free to make a double batch and freeze the leftovers.

70+ Keto Ground Beef Recipes

Get set to boost your low-carb game with some mouthwatering ground beef recipes! It’s time to fire up the skillet and step into a lineup of delicious dishes that won’t throw off your diet. These keto-friendly recipes will have you waving goodbye to carb-heavy meals and embracing flavor-packed satisfaction.

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Green bean hamburger casserole served in a glass dish.
Keto Green Bean Hamburger Casserole
This low-carb version features hamburger meat, green beans, cream cheese, and shredded cheese baked in a casserole dish. It’s a budget-friendly dish that the whole family can enjoy together. The process is so easy!
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Best Easy Keto Ground Beef Stir Fry Recipes - by Primal Edge Health.
Best Easy Ground Beef Stir Fry Recipes
Easy ground beef stir fry recipes are the best for busy weeknight dinners. They are quick, ready in 30 minutes or less, and only call for a few simple ingredients. Plus, they are also super versatile and budget-friendly!
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Ground Beef Skillet Recipes - Healthy Low-Carb & Keto Meal.
Healthy Ground Beef Skillet Recipes (All Low-Carb!)
These delicious ideas combine flavorful herbs and spices and low-carb vegetables with ground beef so you can get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less!
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10 Keto Burger Recipes - Business, Low-Carb, & Gluten-Free.
10 Keto Burger Recipes (Bunless, Low-Carb, & Gluten-Free)
Fire up the grill or cook on the stove; either way, these bunless keto burger recipes are perfect for a summer cookout!
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Ground beef low carb dinner collage of three recipes.
30 Easy Keto Dinners with Ground Beef
Keto dinners with ground beef are here to save the day! Not only are they quick and easy so you can get dinner on the table fast, but this collection of low-carb dinner ideas is family-friendly too.
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Easy keto meals with ground beef collage of three recipes.
28 Keto Meals with Ground Beef
Enjoy these low-carb lunch and dinner ideas with ground beef while staying on track toward your keto diet goals.
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A batch of scotch eggs on a white plate.
Keto Carnivore Scotch Eggs
Keto Scotch Eggs are loaded with protein and make a great appetizer or main portion of the meal. This pork-free version has only 3-ingredients! Serve hot, pack into a picnic, or store in the fridge to use throughout the week.
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A fork lifting a cheesy slice of meat pie from a plate.
Easy Cheeseburger Pie
This easy cheeseburger pie is perfect for a low-stress dinner any day of the week! Flavored with simple everyday ingredients, it is sure to be a new family favorite. Plus, you probably already have these budget-friendly ingredients on hand in your fridge right now
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A glass dish of philly cheesesteak casserole with a wooden spatula.
Keto Philly Cheesesteak Casserole with Hamburger
This cheesesteak recipe brings loads of flavor to the table in a quick and easy dinner meal, ready in 30 minutes or less. With five ingredients, plus salt and pepper, this is sure to be a family favorite! Sautéed bell pepper and onion mix with a creamy ground beef filling and bake under a cheesy topping in a delicious weeknight meal.
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Meat muffins hidden liver on a cooling wire rack.
Hidden Liver Meat Muffins
Hidden Liver Meat Muffins are the best way to add liver to your diet without any unusual taste, texture, or appearance. If you think you don’t like liver, this is the recipe to change your mind!
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A slice of beef heart keto meatza on a white plate.
Gluten-Free Keto Meatza
Cheesy, meaty, and super tasty! This is a great gluten-free meat pie for the whole family.
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Lettuce Wraps with Turmeric Infused Ground Beef
Turmeric infused ground beef wrapped in lettuce, topped with sour cream and avocado.
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Master Your Keto Meal Prep

Do you love these recipes?

Just wait until you flip through my cookbook, The Ketogenic Edge Cookbook!

This collection of over 130 sugar-free, low-carb, keto recipes will inspire you for months to come!

There are easy and budget-friendly recipes and loads of tips on recipe modifications, sourcing the best quality possible, and eating nose to tail for optimal nutrition. 

You’ll never be confused about how to meal prep or what to eat on keto again. Cut through the confusion and get on a path that will serve you long-term!

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