Halal Twist by Hasan
This hearty halal egg bake combines protein-rich eggs, halal beef, and nutrient-packed spinach for a satisfying breakfast that’s perfect for meal prep. Just assemble the night before and bake in the morning!
Why This Recipe is Halal
- Made with halal beef (when properly sourced from zabiha slaughter)
- Uses eggs which are always halal
- Vegetable ingredients (spinach, herbs) are naturally halal
- Cheese can be halal when using microbial/vegetable rennet
A Closer Look at the Ingredients
Small swaps make a big difference. Here’s what to look for when you shop.
Meat choice
What to watch for: Original recipe suggests ham which is pork.
The halal solution: Substitute with halal beef or chicken.
Find halal beef chunks on Amazon →Ingredient-by-Ingredient Halal Audit
| Ingredient | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| eggs | halal | Always permissible |
| cottage cheese | questionable | Check rennet source |
| cheese | questionable | Check rennet source |
| frozen chopped spinach | halal | Vegetable |
| beef | halal | When from zabiha source |
| ham | haram | Pork product |
| salt | halal | Mineral |
| pepper | halal | Plant-based |
| herbs | halal | Plant-based |
| spices | halal | Plant-based |
| olive oil flavored cooking spray | halal | Plant-based |
| toasted wheat germ | halal | Plant-based |
What You’ll Need
- 6 eggs
- 1 pint cottage cheese
- 2 cups cheese
- 1 package frozen chopped spinach
- 2 cups halal beef
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- to taste herbs
- to taste spices
- as needed olive oil flavored cooking spray
- 2-3 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
Let’s Cook
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Thaw spinach, and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Beat the eggs in medium bowl.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, grated cheese, spinach and seasonings.
- Stir until mixed thoroughly.
- Lightly spray glass 13×9 pan with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Distribute halal beef evenly over bottom of pan.
- Pour cottage cheese mixture over meat.
- Push with spatula to distribute evenly.
- Top with extra grated cheese if desired.
- Sprinkle top with toasted wheat germ.
- Bake 45-50 minutes, until set and slightly brown at edges.
- Let sit a few minutes out of oven before serving.
- Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition, Per Serving
794.2Calories
109gProtein
9gCarbs
30gFat
59gFiber
153gSugar
3mgSodium
Notes From My Kitchen
- For extra flavor, sauté the halal beef with onions before adding to the casserole.
- Make ahead: Assemble the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning.
- For a crispier top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
Tools That Make It Easier
These are the pieces I reach for every time — tested in my own kitchen.
13×9 Glass Baking Dish
Essential for even baking of casseroles.
perfect for Ramadan meal prepCheese Grater
For freshly grated halal cheese.
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