Ginger Free Whole30 Smoky Paprika Steak and Eggs Plate
This is the kind of bold, satisfying plate that makes you forget you're eating clean. A well-seasoned skirt steak gets a generous rub of smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion powder before hitting a screaming-hot cast iron skillet, building a deep, caramelized crust that locks in all that smoky flavor. The same pan does double duty — charred bell peppers and onions soak up the leftover fond, and sunny-side up eggs finish things off with rich, runny yolks that tie the whole plate together. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of ginger, so there's no label-checking or substitution gymnastics required. The spice blend is built entirely from pantry staples that deliver serious depth without relying on any warming root spices that might otherwise sneak into a rub or marinade. Slicing the steak against the grain keeps every strip tender, and a handful of fresh parsley on top adds a bright, herby finish. It's a hearty, protein-packed meal that hits all the right notes whether you're serving it for a weekend brunch or a no-fuss weeknight dinner.
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2 servings
For the steak
- 1 lb skirt steak, trimmed
- 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
For the vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
For the eggs
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- hot sauce, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the skirt steak dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the steak.
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until the oil just begins to smoke. Add the steak and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes, until a deep brown crust forms on the underside and the steak releases easily from the pan.
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