Keto Omaha

If you love bold Cuban flavors, this Keto Vaca Frita is for you! Slow-cooked shredded beef is crisped up in a skillet with garlic, lime, and onions, creating a savory, citrusy, and crispy dish that’s low-carb, high-protein, and packed with flavor! Serve it with cauliflower rice, sautéed greens, or keto-friendly Cuban slaw for the perfect meal.

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

🥩 For the Beef:

• 2 lbs flank steak or skirt steak

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

• 2 bay leaves

• 3 cloves garlic (smashed)

• 4 cups beef broth

🔥 For the Sautéed Onions & Crisping:

• 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil

• 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro (for garnish)

🥗 For Keto-Friendly Sides:

• Garlic butter cauliflower rice

• Sautéed spinach or cabbage

• Avocado slices with lime

Instructions

1️⃣ Slow-Cook the Beef Until Tender:

• In a large pot or Dutch oven, add flank steak, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, smashed garlic, and beef broth.

• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 ½ – 2 hours, until fork-tender.

• Remove the beef from the broth and let cool slightly.

🔥 Instant Pot Method:

• Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot.

• Pressure cook on HIGH for 45 minutes, then natural release for 15 minutes.

🔥 Slow Cooker Method:

• Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until tender.

2️⃣ Shred the Beef:

• Once the beef is cooked and cool enough to handle, shred it into thin strips using two forks.

3️⃣ Crisp Up the Beef & Onions:

• Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add sliced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until onions are soft and golden.

• Add shredded beef to the skillet in a single layer, pressing it down with a spatula.

• Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to develop crispy edges.

• Stir and repeat until beef is golden brown and crispy.

🔥 Pro Tip: Want extra crispiness? Broil the shredded beef for 3-5 minutes after pan-frying!

4️⃣ Finish & Serve!

• Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over the beef.

• Garnish with cilantro and serve with cauliflower rice, sautéed greens, or avocado slices.

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1/4 of the Recipe)

• Calories: ~450

• Protein: ~48g

• Fat: ~28g

• Net Carbs: ~4g