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prep time
4 min
cook time
20 min
ready time
24 min
Keto Country Ham w Bell Pepper Eggs and Gravy
Thick slices of American country ham are cooked in a pan or griddle for a hot and smoky flavor. That same pan is used to make a pan gravy, which picks up all the extra flavors your ham may have left behind. A simply seasoned yet rich pan gravy is drizzled over your ham. Then, paired on the side are fried eggs encased inside low-carb bell pepper rings. This meal is simple enough to cook up fresh for breakfast on any morning. It’s even good enough to share with the kids! If you’re looking for more Keto fat to add to your meal, try the Carb Manager Keto Hollandaise Sauce with your eggs. This dish is delicious when served with fresh-chopped parsley or a sprinkle of shredded cheese at your discretion.
Make Perfect Bell Pepper Eggs
You don’t need to be a master chef to crack some eggs into bell pepper rings. All you need is a little precision! If you cut the bell pepper rings at an angle, there will be space left between some of the pepper and the pan when you place them in. When you crack your egg into the bell pepper ring, it will quickly leak out and fill your pan. Make sure to cut as straight as possible when slicing your bell pepper rings. The flat surface will lightly suction to the hot oil and it will be difficult for an egg to leak out. If any egg white does leak out, you can use a spatula to reshape the egg or simply cut away any crispy edges when it’s done cooking.
What Type Of Ham Should I Use?
Cooked ham can come in different preparations, so there are a few things to look for when selecting your ingredients. Since you need pre-cooked ham, you will have to either ask for it to be sliced by your deli person or you’ll need to find it pre-sliced in a package. If at a deli counter, simply ask for extra-thick slices of ham in the weight you need. If you want to skip the line and go for the pre-sliced ham, it should be near where you would find bacon in your grocery store. Canadian bacon could also be used for this recipe! When choosing a ham, avoid phrases like “brown sugar” or “honey” in the name to keep any added sugar out of your diet.
Jessica L.
Net Carbs
3.3 g
Fiber
1.8 g
Total Carbs
5.1 g
Protein
17.1 g
Fats
20.9 g
269 cals
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Ingredients
Cooked Ham by Aldi
4 ounce
Olive Oil
½ teaspoon
Unsalted Butter
2 tablespoon
Garlic
½ teaspoon
Paleo Baking Flour by Bob's Red Mill
1 teaspoon
Chicken Broth
¼ cup
Onion Powder
⅛ teaspoon
Black Pepper
⅛ teaspoon
Green Bell Pepper
1-½ ounce
Olive Oil
½ teaspoon
Raw Egg
2 large
Recipe Steps
steps 5
24 min
Step 1
Start with 2-ounce slices of ham per serving, each about ¼-inch thick. You can slice the ham from a cooked roast or find packaged thick-sliced ham in the same area you find bacon at your grocery store. Pat any excess moisture off the ham slices with a paper towel. Heat the olive oil in a wide pan over high heat and place in the ham slices. Cook the slices of ham until they’re charred golden brown on both sides - about 3 minutes per side.Step 2
Transfer the slices of ham aside to cool on a serving plate. Return your pan to low heat on the stove. Melt butter into the pan to deglaze any leftover charred bits of ham. Heat the garlic in the butter for about 30 seconds. Then, stir in the flour. Slowly stir the thickened butter mixture over low heat until you have a golden roux.Step 3
Pour the chicken broth into the roux as you’re stirring. Stir in the remaining onion powder and black pepper as well. You are welcome to add any additional seasonings at your discretion. Bring the gravy to a simmer. Let the gravy simmer as it reduces for about 3-4 minutes or until it’s thickened to your desired texture. Pour the finished gravy over the ham.Step 4
Prepare bell pepper rings by removing the top of a green bell pepper. Slice ½-inch thick round slices from the pepper. Slice the core with seeds out of the rings. Each pepper ring should weigh about ¾-ounce. Drizzle the olive oil in a new, clean pan over medium-low heat. Place the bell pepper rings in the oil, and press the down gently to suction to the pan a little.Step 5
Crack an egg inside each bell pepper ring. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper to taste over each egg. Let the eggs and peppers cook undisturbed until the eggs are done to your liking. The eggs in this recipe were fried to easy. For more well-done eggs, you can use a pan lid to cover the eggs and trap heat to cook them through more. You can also adjust the heat as necessary to avoid the egg whites becoming too dark. Use a spatula to transfer the finished bell pepper eggs to your serving plates with the ham and gravy.
