This savoury keto breakfast bowl is for mornings when sweet just won’t cut it. It’s warm, grounding, and genuinely filling — without relying on bread, sugar, or processed “breakfast” substitutes.
Crispy mushrooms bring the umami. Eggs add softness and protein. A simple low-carb base ties it together. It feels like a café breakfast, but it’s easy enough for home.
Ingredients (Serves 1)
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups mushrooms, sliced (button or Swiss brown)
- 1½ tbsp grass-fed ghee
- ½ cup cauliflower mash or sautéed spinach/kale
- Salt and cracked black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh herbs (parsley or chives)
Method
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp of ghee.
- Add mushrooms in a single layer. Don’t stir for 2–3 minutes so they brown properly.
- Stir, season lightly with salt, and cook until golden and crisp at the edges. Remove from pan.
- Lower heat slightly. Add remaining ghee.
- Cook eggs to your liking — fried with runny yolks works best for this bowl.
- Warm your cauliflower mash or greens.
- Assemble: base first, mushrooms on top, then eggs.
- Finish with pepper and herbs if using.
Why This Works on Keto
Mornings are often where keto falls apart — not because of carbs, but because meals aren’t satisfying enough.
This bowl prioritises fat and savoury flavour first. Mushrooms cooked properly provide depth and satiety, while eggs deliver protein without pushing carbs. The result is steady energy, not a mid-morning crash.
Yo Keto Shortcut
If you want consistent flavour and better cooking results, using a stable fat matters. ghee handles high heat well and adds richness without overpowering the dish.
For an extra layer, a spoon of mayo stirred through the base works surprisingly well.
FAQs
Can I meal prep this?
You can prep the mushrooms and base ahead of time. Cook eggs fresh for best texture.
Can I swap mushrooms?
Yes. Zucchini, asparagus, or cabbage work well. Aim for something that browns properly.
Is this dairy-free?
Use a dairy-free cooking fat instead of ghee if needed.
This is the kind of breakfast that makes keto feel sustainable. Warm. Savoury. No pretending it’s toast.