Keto Sloppy Joes are here to satisfy your comfort food cravings — minus the carb crash. With bold, tangy flavors and juicy ground beef nestled between fluffy low-carb almond flour buns, this dish transforms a nostalgic classic into a keto-friendly meal you’ll want to make over and over again. With just 215 calories per serving and a hefty 30g of protein, it’s both nourishing and crave-worthy.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 2
Ingredients
For the Low-Carb Buns:
- 1¼ cup almond flour
- 5 tbsp ground psyllium husk powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp cider vinegar
- 1¼ cups boiling water
- 3 egg whites
For the Sloppy Joe Filling:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ lb ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard or powder
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 4 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
For Serving:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 6 oz shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine almond flour, psyllium husk, baking powder, and salt.
- Add cider vinegar and egg whites to the dry ingredients. Then pour in boiling water and whisk quickly for about 30 seconds to form a dough.
- Shape the dough into 5–8 rolls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 55 minutes. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, mustard, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
- Slice each bun and fill with sloppy joe mixture. Top with shredded cheese and a spoonful of mayonnaise. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 215
- Carbs: 19 g
- Fats: 10 g
- Proteins: 30 g
Despite the 19g of total carbs, much of that comes from fiber-rich psyllium husk and almond flour, making this a balanced low-carb option. Ground beef provides a hearty dose of protein while healthy fats from olive oil and mayo help you stay full longer. It’s a perfect weekend dinner or meal prep recipe for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.