Keto Onion Bomb
These savory onion bombs combine seasoned ground beef and melted cheese inside tender onion shells, all wrapped in crispy bacon. Baked to perfection in the oven, they deliver incredible flavor while keeping carbs low. Ready in under an hour, they're simple to prepare yet impressive enough for special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 whole large yellow onions look for perfectly round ones
- 8 ounces medium cheddar cheese cut into 2-ounce cubes
- 1 pound pork sausage
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 whole egg lightly beaten
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Rub see above for keto friendly BBQ rubs
- 4 tbsp BBQ Sauce see above for keto friendly BBQ sauces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Carefully peel the onions and cut off the top and bottom. Hollow out the onions by removing the inner layers, creating a shell.
- In a large bowl, mix the pork sausage with minced garlic, beaten egg, milk, breadcrumbs, and rub. Combine thoroughly but avoid overmixing.
- Stuffed the onion with the meat mixture, then press a piece of cheese into the centre. Place the halves together, wrap with bacon, and secure with a toothpick.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve hot.
Notes
Choose onions that are symmetrical and round for easier stuffing
Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal temperature
Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal temperature