low carb Tacos {low FODMAP, LCHF, GF}

If you're craving some Mexican but don't want to pile on all the carb weight or belly bloat from traditional recipes then this one is for you!

Some simple substitutes make this low FODMAP friendly, and the low carb substitute of lettuce leaves instead of taco shells means you can enjoy these on the reg.

Serves 3-4

Mexican mince:
1 Tab garlic oil
500g beef mince
1/2 red capsicum, diced
1 beef stock cube
2 tsp sambal oelek (or fresh or dried chilli flakes)
1-2 tsp cumin, to taste
1-2 tsp coriander powder, to taste
1/2 tin canned chickpeas
salt & pepper, to taste

Toppings:
1 large carrot, grated
100g cheese, grated
1 tomato, chopped
1 spring onion, green part only, sliced
100g sour cream
1 avocado, mashed
1 iceberg lettuce

Pretty simple process for this one, but allowing time to simmer will make all the difference.  Brown the beef mince in garlic oil. Rinse and drain the chickpeas well in a strainer. This will remove the FODMAPs that will cause belly bloat and discomfort. Add all the ingredients to the browned mince and combine well. You may need to adjust the amounts of herbs and chilies to suit you pallet, so use these quantities as a guide.

When you're happy with the Mexican mince flavour reduce down to a very low heat, cover and simmer for at least 15 mins.

Grate and chop all your topping veggies and mash the avocado. If you're out of sour cream a great substitute I often use is to combine natural greek yogurt with a squeeze of lemon juice. Combine well and leave to sit for 10min and you've got yourself a nice home made sour cream.

Once the mince has simmered serve all topping along with individual iceberg lettuce leaves for guests to help themselves. It may get a bit messy but it will be a lot delicious!

Enjoy x