Keto Meals That Cost Less Than Fast Food

Step-by-Step Instructions and Preparation Tips

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Heat the skillet: Place the 10–12 inch skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon oil.
2. Brown the sausage: Add the bulk sausage to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook 6–8 minutes until well browned and no longer pink. Transfer cooked sausage to a plate and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
3. Sauté onion and garlic: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet if needed. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Cook cauliflower rice: Add the thawed, drained cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir to combine with onions and cook 4–5 minutes, pressing out excess moisture and allowing small brown bits to form. Season with smoked paprika, oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
5. Add spinach and sausage: Stir the chopped spinach into the cauliflower rice. Cook 2 minutes until wilted. Return the browned sausage to the skillet and mix evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6. Make wells for eggs: Use the back of a spoon to create 4 shallow wells in the skillet mixture. Crack two eggs into each well (or scramble the eggs in a bowl and pour over if preferred). Reduce heat to low.
7. Cook eggs to preference: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook 4–6 minutes for set whites and slightly runny yolks, or 8–10 minutes for fully set eggs. If you prefer, briefly broil to finish—only if your skillet is oven-safe.
8. Finish and serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onion and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper if needed. Divide into 4 portions and serve hot.

Preparation Tips

1. Prevent watery cauliflower: After thawing frozen cauliflower rice, place it in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to remove excess water.
2. Even egg cooking: If you prefer uniform eggs, beat the eggs and pour them over the skillet, then stir gently for a scrambled texture.
3. One-pan cleanup: Line a plate with paper towels to absorb grease when you remove the cooked sausage — leaves minimal residue in the skillet.
4. Control spice level: Use mild sausage and add hot sauce at the table for those who want heat.
5. Reheat gently: Reheat single portions in a microwave for 60–90 seconds or in a skillet over low heat to preserve egg texture.

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