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Joe’s Scramble by Michelle Tam / Nom Nom Paleo https://nomnompaleo.com
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Joe’s Special Scramble

This Whole30-friendly Joe's Special Scramble recipe is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner because it's simple, inexpensive and delicious! This classic scramble with spinach, mushrooms, and ground beef is something you can whip up on a moment's notice!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Eggs, Gluten-free, keto, low carb, Paleo, Primal, Scrambles, Whole30
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Michelle Tam

Ingredients

  • 10 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon  Red Boat fish sauce 
  • Diamond Crystal brand kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons ghee  avocado oil, or favorite high temperature cooking fat
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • ½ pound cremini mushrooms trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • Cayenne pepper sauce like Frank’s Red Hot Original Sauce (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat a 12-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. While the pan is heating up, crack the eggs in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk the eggs with the water, 1 teaspoon fish sauce, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
  • When the skillet is nice and hot, add the ghee. Once it’s shimmering, toss in the onions and mushrooms, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Cook, uncovered, until mushrooms release their liquid.
  • Stir-fry for another 5 minutes, or until the mushroom liquid has evaporated and the ’shrooms are browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Toss the ground beef in the pan and use a spatula to break up the meat. 
  • Add ½ teaspoon kosher salt and cook until the meat is no longer pink.
  • Add the spinach and cook for 1 minute or until the spinach is just wilted. Taste the filling to check that it’s seasoned enough and adjust if needed.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the pan. Stir and scrape the pan ’til the eggs are fully set, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the scramble to a serving dish and top with chopped chives. Serve with hot sauce if desired.

Notes

  • You can use ground chicken or turkey in place of the beef!
  • Joe’s Special Scramble is as tasty and hearty as it is easy to make—making it perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Nutrition

Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 30g | Fiber: 2g