Practical Hacks to Cut Your Keto Grocery Bill by 50%
Protein Hacks
- Replace steak with ground beef or chicken thighs
- Choose canned sardines or salmon instead of fillets
- Use eggs as primary protein 2–3 times per day
- Buy meats in bulk and freeze portions for the week
Fat Optimization Hacks
- Replace avocado oil with olive oil
- Use butter instead of MCT oil
- Save bacon fat for cooking
- Use coconut milk as a high-fat base for sauces
Vegetable Expansion Hacks
- Cabbage as a noodle replacement
- Frozen broccoli instead of fresh
- Zucchini for stir-fries, soups, and fake pasta
- Spinach (fresh or frozen) to boost micronutrients cheaply
High-Satiety Meal Structuring
- Build plates around protein + fat + one low-cost vegetable
- Create “double-volume” meals using cabbage or zucchini
- Add broth-based soups for fullness with minimal cost
Waste-Reduction Systems
- Pre-chop weekly vegetables to prevent spoilage
- Store rendered fats in small containers
- Use bones for broth
- Reuse leftovers across stir-fries, omelets, and bowls
Mistakes That Prevent You From Saving
- Shopping with no structure
- Buying keto desserts instead of making simple alternatives
- Overusing cheese as a substitute
- Adding unnecessary oils to hit macros
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