Low carb scallops are a welcome addition to any keto or low carb lifestyle. This recipe for Seared Scallops with a Grapefruit Butter Sauce is truly unique.
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Quick Summary: Mexican chile oil is a crispy, smoky condiment made with fried dried peppers, garlic, peanuts, and sesame seeds — Mexico’s answer to chili crisp. Smoky, crunchy, and endlessly versatile. Use it on tacos, eggs, pizza, or straight from the jar. Prep: 10 min | Cook: 10 min | Makes: 2 cups Jump to:
Mexican Chile Oil (Salsa Macha): How to Make It at Home Read Post »
Quick Summary: White fish fillets coated in seasoned cornmeal and baked until crispy. No frying, no oil splatter. This Southern-style technique works with catfish, tilapia, cod or any white fish. Includes two homemade seasoning blends: smoky chipotle and Mexican chile-lime-salt (tajin style). Prep: 15 min | Cook: 12 min | Serves: 6 ready in under
Oven-Baked Cornmeal Fish: Crispy Without Frying (Two Seasoning Blends) Read Post »
Low Carb Romesco Sauce – an excellent flavor enhancement to proteins and vegetables on a slow carb, low carb, or ketogenic lifestyle
Homemade Romesco Sauce: No Dairy and Slow Carb Friendly Read Post »
Cauliflower is a mainstay of many low carb diets. There are many different ways to prepare it however, and this simple baked cauliflower dish becomes special with the robust additions of saffron and Mediterranean green olives. It is easy enough for weeknight dinners and elegant enough for the Thanksgiving table. Jump to: RECIPE | About
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When I first started my slow carb diet (4-hour body diet) years ago, frozen spinach with a lot of butter and salt was my go-to greens dish. While spinach is still a mainstay of my low carb lifestyle, this spinach recipe with an Asian-style dressing elevated the frozen-spinach-butter dish to a side dish with a
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Quick Summary: Don’t throw out those pumpkin seeds. Boil, season, and roast them for a crunchy, healthy snack or garnish. This recipe uses smoked paprika and garlic, with Mexican spice variations including chile-lime and spicy seasonings. Works with any pumpkin or winter squash seeds. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10-25 min | Makes: 6 servings
How to Roast and Season Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) Read Post »
Chorizo and eggs make a stellar low carb breakfast or dinner. Mexican & Spanish chorizo are different but excellent in a variety of dishes
Chorizo & Eggs Skillet (Breakfast & Dinner) Read Post »
One pot dinners are easy to get on the table for a busy cook, and this loose meat sandwich (a Maid-Rite variation) is not only easy, but healthy and delicious. The recipe includes pickles and Georgia mustard (aka mustard-based BBQ sauce) to take it over the top in flavor. Jump to: RECIPE | What is
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Quick Summary: Quick Summary: A complete guide to root vegetables ranked by carb count, from radishes (3.9g per cup) to sweet potatoes (41.4g). Includes storage tips, roasting methods, and a comforting root vegetable ragù recipe with squash, parsnips, and carrots. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Serves: 5 Jump to: RECIPE | What
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These low carb chicken burgers paired with a snow pea sauté is as fresh and easy as it gets. The lemon and parsley give the chicken patties a lot of the high acid zest and the snow peas with peanuts add a wonderful light crunch. As a bonus, it’s quick, easy and inexpensive! Jump
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This is an easy, delicious way to bring a low carb fish dinner to the table in a hurry! This recipe uses ground pistachio nuts to form a crust, or the “breading”, for fish filets. The crunch of the nuts and the rich, meaty texture of the fish is paired with a silky sour cream
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Pancakes are beloved by most people, but the flour and the sugary syrups (or toppings) tend to make them high carb and high sugar. These savory pancakes (aka fritters) made with Kimchi and a high protein pancake mix add a lot of nutrition while lowering the refined sugar content. Serve them with the added recipe
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Ajvar is a red pepper eggplant spread popular in the Balkan region. This recipe is a particularly robust version enhanced with a Peruvian hot spice. The video that accompanies the recipe also demonstrates a quick and easy way to roast and peel peppers. This is a perfect low carb spread and is fantastic with salmon
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Brussel sprouts are often hailed as one of the most-hated foods. However, Caesar salad is one of the most popular. This unique combination of brussel sprouts and Caesar salad brings out the best in both dishes for a spectacular side dish to any meal. Jump to: RECIPE | Health Benefits of Brussels | Substitutions |
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Quick Summary: Crispy, tangy cucumber chips dried in a dehydrator, a low oven or an air dryer with salt and vinegar flavors. Makes a great low carb snack that keeps for a long time. Prep: 10 min | Dry time: 12 hrs (dehydrator) or 3-4 hrs (oven) | Makes: about 2 cups Jump to: RECIPE
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Quick Summary: Homemade beet chips are crunchy, nutritious, and addictive. Made with just beets and salt in a dehydrator (8-10 hours at 135°F). Healthier than store-bought chips with no additives. Not low carb due to beet’s natural sugars, but a nutrient-dense snack. From Tesla Stainbrook. Prep: 5 min | Dehydrate: 8-10 hours | Serves: 4
Dehydrated Beet Chips Recipe: A Nutritious Snack Read Post »
Bouillabaisse is a hearty French seafood stew, similar to cioppino but further characterized by adding saffron and a fish stock/white wine base as the broth. Fennel and orange peels are also ingredients that are common to a French bouillabaisse and are included in the recipe below. This easy but elegant low-carb bouillabaisse is great for
Easy French Bouillabaisse with Fennel and Orange Zest Read Post »
Low Carb or keto BBQ sauce is easy to make on your own and can enhance all of your summertime dishes or grilling without damaging your diet!
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These low carb buns can be used with burgers, sandwiches or with soups. They are made with almond flour, eggs, mozerella cheese and cream cheese
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Fruit vinegars, aka shrub syrups, are used in a wide variety of ways. Use them in craft cocktails, as a marinade, as a dressing, or to enhance a sauce
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Sopa de fideo can be made low carb by substituting in shirataki noodles for the fideo (mexican spaghetti type of pasta). This is an easy and delicious soup.
Fideo (Mexican Noodle Soup): Slow Carb Version Read Post »
Low carb fish veracruz with cod. Perfect for a summer weeknight dinner.
Cod Veracruz Recipe: Mexican Fish with Olives, Capers and Tomatoes Read Post »
Unlike many of the winter squash varieties, spaghetti squash does not pack in the carbs and sugar. It is a great foil for pasta when modifying dishes to low carb, as in this low carb lasagna recipe. Watch out for sugary tomato-based pasta sauces however. Make your own homemade tomato sauce if you have time
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Quick Summary: Crunchy, spicy roasted chickpeas that satisfy chip cravings without the carbs. Harissa spice gives them a smoky, complex heat. Includes tips for getting them truly crispy and keeping them that way. Prep: 10 min | Cook: 45 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: Recipe | | Are They Slow Carb? | Best Spice
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Quick Summary: Quick Summary: A keto-friendly breading made from crushed pork rinds and Parmesan cheese that gives fried fish and vegetables a satisfying crunch without the carbs. Works on white fish, zucchini, green tomatoes, and cheese sticks. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | What Food Works with
Slow Carb Breading Mix for Fried Fish and Vegetables Read Post »
Never one to ignore the food trends, I thought I’d try my hand at growing and cooking the trendy “perfect appetizer” that the chefs and foodies are raving about. The cooking of these sweet, crunchy peppers couldn’t be easier. And I’ve yet to have that one-in-ten of the peppers that turns out surprisingly spicy. Red
Shishito Peppers: a Low Carb Appetizer Read Post »
ow carb diets are lifestyle changes ranging from the simplest approach of low carb vs the more prescribed slow carb to the more meticulous ketogenic diet.
Slow Carb vs Keto vs Low Carb: Which Diet Approach Is Right for You? Read Post »
Low carb diners often avoid restaurants other than steak houses because many dishes are accompanied by rice, breads and various forms of “fillers”. The other thing to watch for in restaurants is a high percentage of sugar in the sauces. This low carb stir fry is as good as any that I’ve had in
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