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Carnivore Taco Pie Recipe

This Carnivore Taco Pie Recipe is a hearty, all-meat comfort dish that layers juicy seasoned ground beef, crispy bacon, and melted cheese over a savory meat “crust.” It’s rich, satisfying, and perfect for anyone following a carnivore, keto, or low-carb diet. Simple to make, deeply flavorful, and ideal for meal prep or family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Crust:

  • 1 lb 450 g ground pork (or beef)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Filling:

  • 1½ lb 700 g ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 6 slices bacon diced
  • 1 –1½ tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 –2 tsp taco seasoning optional – skip for strict carnivore
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
  • 2 tbsp beef stock or broth optional for moisture

For the Cheese & Binder:

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or mix of cheddar & mozzarella
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • ½ cup heavy cream optional for richness

Topping:

  • ½ cup shredded cheese for browning
  • 2 tbsp butter optional

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

  • Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan or springform pan lightly.

Make the Meat Crust:

  • In a bowl, combine ground pork, 1 egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the pan, covering the bottom and sides to form a meat crust.

Par-Bake the Crust:

  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges begin to brown and firm up. Remove and set aside.

Prepare the Filling:

  • In a skillet, cook diced bacon until crisp. Remove bacon but leave some rendered fat in the pan.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in salt, pepper, and optional taco seasoning.
  • Mix in the cooked bacon and let the mixture cool slightly.

Assemble the Pie:

  • Spoon half of the beef mixture into the crust, then sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Add the rest of the beef filling and level it out.
  • Whisk eggs and heavy cream together, pour evenly over the filling, and top with the remaining cheese and butter.

Bake:

  • Bake for 25–35 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is set.
  • If cheese browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

Rest & Serve:

  • Let the pie rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat: Warm slices in a 350°F oven for 10–12 minutes.
  • Variations: For strict carnivore: use only salt, pepper, and cheese (no taco seasoning).
  • For breakfast: use sausage instead of beef and add extra eggs.
  • For extra richness: use a mix of pork and beef, or top with crispy bacon after baking.