Zero Carb Taco Cups

These Zero Carb Taco Cups are a brilliant, keto-friendly twist on taco night that skips the flour tortillas entirely. By using melted cheese to form crispy, golden-brown miniature taco shells right in a muffin tin, you get a shatteringly crisp, savory vessel perfect for holding seasoned ground beef and all your favorite toppings. They are excellent as a fun game-day appetizer, a low-carb meal-prep lunch, or a quick finger-food dinner.

Ingredients

The Crispy Cheese Cups

• 2 Cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (or Monterey Jack, Colby, or a Mexican blend)

The Taco Filling

• 1 lb Lean Ground Beef (or ground turkey/chicken)

• 2 Tablespoons Homemade Taco Seasoning (see recipe below to keep it strictly zero-carb, as store-bought packets often contain added cornstarch/sugar)

• 1/4 Cup Water

Zero/Low-Carb Topping Options

• Sour cream

• Sliced jalapeños

• Fresh cilantro

• Hot sauce or sugar-free salsa

• Sliced black olives

• Diced avocado or guacamole