Beef Egg Nests

Recipe makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

1 lb (450 g) ground beef (85/15 recommended)
1 Tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
1 small onion, finely diced (80 g)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried oregano
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
4 medium eggs
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan or crumbled feta
Fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions:

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the onion for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add the ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up, until fully browned.

Stir in the paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes to bloom the spices.

Using a spoon, make 4 small wells in the beef mixture.

Crack one egg into each well.

Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 5–7 minutes, until the egg whites are set but the yolks remain soft.

Sprinkle with cheese and fresh herbs and serve directly from the skillet.

Nutritional breakdown per serving. Recipe makes 4 servings

400 Calories
30g Protein
30g Fat
1g Fiber
4g Total Carbs
3g NET Carbs

Dr. Benjamin Bikman

Author

Dr. Benjamin Bikman, PhD, is a metabolic scientist and professor of Physiology & Developmental Biology, widely recognized for his research on insulin resistance, human metabolism, and metabolic health. As an expert in energy regulation and the hormonal drivers of obesity, he has published numerous studies connecting diet, macronutrient balance, and insulin response. Dr. Bikman is the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of HLTH Code, where he applies his metabolic research to formulate science-backed nutrition solutions. He is also the author of Why We Get Sick, a leading book on metabolic dysfunction, and is frequently referenced in discussions on low-carb nutrition, protein prioritization, and metabolic wellness.