January 13, 2026
So, if you haven’t read last night’s blog, start there, then come back; (and please do); because by the time you’re done reading this, your saliva glands are gonna have ya drooling.
As you know, I’d made some shredded beef yesterday from a couple beef soup bones. In all truthfulness, I’d taken out two packages of beef, thinking both were soup bones (because I hadn’t read both the labels properly). But when it was time for cooking, I realized my error. I took the “seven bone roast” and cooked that in the Dutch oven. As for the soup bones, however, I prepared those in the Instant Pot pressure cooker, not knowing what to expect from that process.
I’ve cooked hundreds of roasts in my lifetime, that was a no-brainer for me. I follow the same process every time, and it’s always delicious; yet honestly, sometimes I find a pot-roast boring. Truly, I love a good oven-roast, but there’s only so much you can do. But with the soup bones, I honestly didn’t know how they’d turn out, until they were done. And wowzers, I saw the magic of the pressure cooker. The meat just fell apart. I instantly knew what I wanted to do: enter “Carnivore” tacos.
Admittedly, I’m back on my diet, but I’m not a “carnivore” purest; I’m following a ketogenic way of eating for sure. I think it’s okay to like a bit of veg and condiments here-and-there to keep things interesting. Added to that, from time to time I like to make a blueberry or strawberry yogurt with honey, or to sip on a whey-protein shake. None of those would dare be eaten by the carnivore puritans. I digress….
Anyway, I’d watched a YouTube video about these carnivore tacos, and I knew last night when I saw the meat from those soup bones that I just had to try those tacos. Those tacos were on the menu tonight, and this picture was made (yes, it’s an Ai pic), from the actual tacos I had on my plate (meat juice dripping and all).
OH MY GOSH y’all, those “carnivore tacos” where HOLY COW GOOD! Since you’re curious and now wanting to try them, here’s what ya do.
STEP 1: purchase some beef soup bones and prepare in a pressure cooker. Sear first on all sides, then place in an instant pot, and cover with water. Pressure cook for 2 hours.
STEP 2: After the meat has finished, allow it to cool a bit, then shred with your fingers. (I wear neoprene gloves).
STEP 3: Using some of the beef stock from the instant pot (don’t toss it; it’s better than any store-bought broth or stock), wet the beef with the broth. THEN, add a taco seasoning of your choice. I use a combination of Redman’s Taco Seasoning, and Spanglish Asadero Taco Seasoning – mix in your desired amount. Place your seasoned meat mixture in the fridge for a few hours, to even overnight to marry together.
STEP 4: Make your taco shells. Shred some mozzarella cheese (or buy the pre-shredded kind), and measure out 1/3 cup per taco and put on parchment paper, then that on a plate, a nuke in the microwave for 1 minute 20 seconds each. THEN, hang over a wooden spoon, or shape in a metal taco holder (like the kind you find at Mexican restaurant).
STEP 5: make your tacos. Warm up your meat, and spoon into the cooled cheese shells. Garnish with your choice of condiments; I used sour cream, pico de gallo, and a zest of lime juice.
STEP 6: Indulge and enjoy your tacos. Don’t worry about getting meat juice all over your hands and arms, it’s inevitable. Just enjoy the tacos, because they’re holy cow good.
While this might sound silly, I am thankful tonight for Bessy and Mortimore, and all the steers and cows in ‘Merica who made my delicious meal possible. Because their lives were sacrificed, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. In all seriousness, I do thank the good Lord for the food he provides. The meat, cheese, and sour cream came from a bunch of bovines. And of course, the pico and limes came from the fruits of this earth. Mixed together, they made a delicious meal, one I will most definitely repeat.
Jesus’ prayer (aka the Lord’s Prayer) reminds us to ask God for our “daily bread” which includes the foods we eat. Christ said,
“Pray then like this: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread…”
Yes, it’s proper we ask God to supply us with our daily needs; yet in this, I believe it’s proper we give Him thanks for the food he gives. Let’s pray, shall we
Heavenly Father, thank you for today’s daily bread and the meals you provided. Mine was tasty and is helping me stay on track to regain my health. May others enjoy their meals, and even try this one if they’re so inclined. In all that you give, remind us to give you thanks. Amen.