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Lamb Tacos

Each Lamb Taco serving contains 39g protein and 661 calories, making it a solid lunch option for hitting daily protein targets. This recipe batch-preps 6 servings on the stovetop in minimal time, so you can rotate through Mexican flavors without repetition during meal prep cycles.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Ground Lamb(1361g)
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(480g)
  • Yellow Onion
  • Orange
  • Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
  • Oregano, Dried(10g)
  • Chili powder(10g)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • Cumin, Ground(10g)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Tzatziki Sauce, Prepared
  • Onion, Pickled
  • Sumac, Ground

Instructions

  1. 1In a slow-cooker, combine the lamb, stock, onion, orange juice and rind, lime juice, oregano, chili powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, cayenne, and bay leaves. Cover and cook until the lamb falls apart easily, about 6 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
  2. 2Use a slotted spoon to transfer the lamb meat to a large rimmed baking sheet. Use two forks to shred the lamb meat into bite-sized pieces. Discard bones and any large pieces of fat. Brush the meat with reserved liquid from the slow-cooker.
  3. 3Turn on the broiler with a rack in the center position. Broil the shredded lamb until the edges are crispy and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and use a spatula to flip the meat over. Brush it with more of the reserved liquid and broil until it’s crispy on top, about 5 more minutes.
  4. 4Note: The lamb taco meat can be made ahead of time. Store it in the refrigerator and use for just about anything! To freeze the lamb meat: Cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container or a zip-top bag for up to three months.

Nutrition — Per Serving

661

calories

39g

protein

54g

fat

Carbohydrates
3g
Saturated fat
23.2g
Sodium
289 mg
Dietary fiber
1.5g

6 servings per batch · ~317g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Lamb Tacos have per serving?

Each serving delivers 39g of protein and 661 calories with 54g fat and only 3g carbs. The near-zero carb profile makes this a keto-friendly protein source with solid gram count.

How long does Lamb Tacos take to prep?

Quick prep time on the stovetop produces 6 servings, allowing you to prepare multiple days of lunch or dinner portions in a single cooking window. Per-meal prep time becomes minimal when divided across the batch.

Is Lamb Tacos good for fat loss?

At only 3g carbs and 39g protein per serving with 661 calories, this recipe fits low-carb fat loss protocols well. The macros provide high satiety while supporting muscle retention during a deficit.

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