Quick Summary: Master the five essential methods for cooking fish fillets: sautéing, roasting, grilling, poaching, and steaming. Each technique works for red snapper, cod, halibut, and most white fish. Includes a specific recipe for sautéed red snapper with sour cream dill sauce. Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 8-20 minutes depending on method | …
Quick Summary: Salmon fillets glazed with a creamy harissa-mayo sauce and broiled until golden. The North African spice blend adds warmth and complexity without extra carbs. Ready in 20 minutes. Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | What is Harissa? | Uses for Harissa | Homemade …
This recipe is for Basque Chicken and Chorizo Skillet Dinner: It is compliant with the Slow Carb Diet, Low Carb Diet and Keto Diet.
Quick Summary: Chicken pounded thin, sautéed in olive oil, and finished with a lemon-caper-butter sauce. No breading, no flour, ready in 25 minutes. Simple enough for weeknights, elegant enough for company. Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | What is Chicken Piccata? | Substitutions | Good Sides for …
Quick Summary: A silky, flavorful hummus swirled with harissa paste. Using home-cooked dried chickpeas instead of canned makes a noticeable difference in texture and flavor. Includes tips for the smoothest hummus and how to use leftover aquafaba. Prep: 10 min | Cook: 40 min (Instant Pot) | Serves: 10 Jump to: RECIPE | What is …
Quick Summary: Cod al Pil Pil is a classic Basque dish of fish cooked in garlic-infused olive oil, then finished with an emulsified sauce made from the fish’s own collagen. This version uses fresh or frozen cod instead of traditional salt cod, with sliced jalapeño for heat. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | …
Quick Summary: Fresh asparagus topped with grated hard-boiled eggs and briny capers. A quick, protein-rich side dish that’s naturally low-carb. Inspired by Ottolenghi but simplified for weeknight cooking. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 15 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | Making Vegetables Easy | More Slow Carb Sides | FAQ While protein and …
Quick Summary: Osso buco is a Northern Italian braised stew traditionally made with veal shanks, but lamb, beef, or oxtail work beautifully. The shanks braise in wine and stock with vegetables for three hours until fork-tender. The marrow-filled bones give the stew its luxurious texture. Naturally slow-carb and keto-friendly. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 3 …
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 …
Oyster stew is a classic Christmas Eve recipe, but it also serves as creamy comfort food that will get you through any cold evening. Fresh oysters are ideal for this soup, but canned oysters can work almost as well if fresh are not available. This soup/stew recipe is made with a base of bacon and …
Seared tuna steaks take about 3 minutes to cook, which makes them ideal for weeknight dinners when time is short. This recipe makes them with a quick balsamic reduction and serves them with a white bean side dish with tomatoes and sage. I developed this recipe when I was a diet and health coach at …
Quick Summary: A low-carb fruit tart made with almond-based frangipane filling and fresh apricots, no crust required. The frangipane bakes into a soft, creamy base that holds the fruit beautifully. Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes | Serves: 9 Jump to: RECIPE | What is frangipane? | How to Modify Tarts to …
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 …
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 | …
Quick Summary: Cochinita pibil is Yucatecan pulled pork marinated in achiote paste, orange juice, and spices, traditionally cooked underground in banana leaves. This slow cooker version delivers the same tangy, earthy flavor without digging a pit. Slow carb friendly when served without tortillas. Marinate overnight, cook 8 hours. Prep: 10 min | Marinate: overnight | …