Carnivore Skillet Pizza 🍕
Ingredients:
For the “Crust”:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (HWC)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (or tallow, if preferred)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1/4 tsp baking powder (optional, helps the “crust” rise slightly for fluffiness)
For the Toppings:
- 1/2 lb ground beef (or any carnivore-friendly protein like sausage or chicken)
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional, such as mozzarella or cheddar for a more traditional pizza, if you allow dairy)
- 1/4 cup pepperoni slices (optional, or use carnivore-friendly meat toppings like cooked bacon or prosciutto)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional, if you allow a small amount of non-carnivore ingredients)
- 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream (for a creamier “sauce”)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional, like basil, if allowed in your version of carnivore)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Skillet:
- Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter or tallow to grease the pan. Let it melt and coat the bottom evenly.
2. Make the “Crust” Base:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, heavy whipping cream, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and baking powder (if using). The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
- Pour the egg mixture into the heated skillet and spread it out to cover the bottom evenly.
- Cook over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes, until the edges begin to firm up. If the crust starts to get too brown, you can cover the pan with a lid to help it cook through without burning.
3. Add the Toppings:
- While the crust is cooking, brown your ground beef (or other protein) in a separate pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Once cooked, drain any excess fat and set aside.
- If you’re using tomato paste, you can mix 2 tbsp of tomato paste with 2 tbsp of heavy cream to create a light, creamy pizza sauce. Spread this lightly on the crust, if desired.
- Once the crust is firm and golden on the edges, top it with the cooked ground beef and other toppings (cheese, pepperoni, bacon, etc.).
4. Finish Cooking the Pizza:
- After adding the toppings, cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt (if using cheese) and cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat. If you’re not using cheese, cook until the toppings are heated through and the crust is fully set.
5. Serve:
- Once everything is cooked and the cheese has melted (if using), remove the skillet from the heat.
- If you want, you can garnish with fresh herbs like basil, but this is optional depending on how strict you’re being with your carnivore approach.
- Slice and enjoy your Carnivore Skillet Pizza!
Tips & Notes:
- No cheese? No problem! You can skip the cheese or use more ground meat or bacon as a topping.
- Customize toppings: Feel free to add your favorite carnivore-friendly toppings like cooked sausage, prosciutto, or leftover roast meat.
- For a thicker crust: You can double the egg mixture or bake the “crust” in the oven for a firmer texture if you want more bite to your pizza.
- Dairy-free version: Skip the cheese and heavy cream if you avoid dairy on your carnivore diet, and load up on meat and fats instead.
This Carnivore Skillet Pizza gives you the satisfaction of pizza without the carbs, grains, or junk—just pure, wholesome animal-based ingredients! Enjoy!