Family Taco Night (GAPS diet friendly)

These tacos are savory, familiar, and easy to adapt for kids and adults alike. Soft almond flour tortillas, simple seasoned meat, and a creamy avocado sauce make this a comforting dinner that still supports gut rebuilding.

Taco Filling (Beef or Turkey)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey

• 1 tbsp avocado oil, olive oil, or beef tallow

• 1 tsp sea salt (to taste)

• 1 tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove minced garlic)

• 1 tsp onion powder (or finely minced onion)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

• Pinch of oregano (optional)

• 1/4 cup of water or broth (leftover broth from Chicken Soup adds flavor and gut healing goodness: https://www.nurturista.com/post/chicken-soup-for-the-soul-and-the-gut)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Add meat and cook until browned, breaking it up gently.

3. Add seasonings and the water or broth.

4. Simmer 5–10 minutes until juicy and well-combined.

5. Taste and adjust salt.

DIY Almond Flour Tortillas (Soft & Flexible)

Ingredients

• 1½ cups blanched almond flour

• ½ tsp sea salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 2 large eggs

• 2–3 tbsp warm water (as needed)

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients into a soft dough.

2. Let rest 5 minutes (important for texture).

3. Divide into 6 balls.

4. Roll thin between parchment.

5. Cook in a dry skillet over medium-low heat, 1–2 min per side.

Creamy Avocado Sauce (Dairy-Free)

Ingredients

• 1 ripe avocado

• 2–3 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• Juice of ½ lime (optional)

• 1 small clove garlic (optional)

• Sea salt to taste

• Water to thin (1–3 tbsp)

Instructions

Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust thickness for drizzle or dip.

Note: This recipe is best suited for Full GAPS. Always adjust ingredients based on individual tolerance and where your family is in their healing journey.