Global Keto Ground Beef Recipes: From Moussaka to Kefta
A collection of keto ground beef recipes from around the world — from Greek moussaka to Moroccan kefta — all low-carb, high-flavor, and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Asian, Latin
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 large eggplant (for moussaka)
1 cup cauliflower rice
1/2 cup almond flour
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
Fresh herbs: parsley, basil, oregano
Spices: cumin, paprika, cinnamon
Tamari or coconut aminos
Sugar-free tomato sauce
Lettuce leaves for wraps
Instructions
1. Prepare all vegetables and ingredients for your chosen dish.
2. For moussaka, roast eggplant slices and prepare spiced beef mixture.
3. Layer beef and eggplant, then pour keto béchamel over the top and bake.
4. For kefta, season beef with cumin, paprika, cinnamon, form meatballs, and simmer in tomato-pepper sauce.
5. For lettuce wraps, stir-fry beef with garlic, ginger, and tamari, then serve in lettuce leaves.
6. For Thai basil beef, stir-fry beef with fish sauce, chili, and fresh basil, serve over cauliflower rice.
Notes
You can batch cook and freeze these recipes for up to 3 months.
Use fresh herbs for the most vibrant flavor.
Adjust spice levels according to preference.