Keto Cauliflower Hash Browns

Ingredients

• 3 cups grated cauliflower
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cups real bacon bits
• 1 tablespoon diced chives
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.13 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper , Optional
• cooking spray

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

2. 2

   Place grated cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 2 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Wring cauliflower in a clean dish towel, squeezing out as much moisture as possible. Transfer cauliflower to a large mixing bowl. Add Cheddar cheese, egg, bacon bits, chives, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix well.

4. 4

   Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Divide cauliflower mixture into 6 equal portions, making sure to leave space between each one. Flatten with your hands and shape into ovals.

5. 5

   Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 15 minutes. Turn broiler on low and broil until crispy, about 5 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes to firm up.