Pork

Hoppin John is a cajun stew (slow carb compliant) popular on New Years Day for bringing luck in the new year!

This easy pasta dish is rich creamy comfort food in a bowl, perfect for a fall weeknight dinner. It takes less than 30 minutes to from start to finish and hits all the high points: creamy texture, smoky protein, and the autumn flavor of fresh sage. Triple tested for ease of success. Jump to: RECIPE …

Kebabs are popular in a wide range of cultural cuisines and these easy pork kabobs get their Greek flavor profile from a sauce made with cucumbers, yogurt, lemon, oil and herbs. Kabobs (kebabs) are an easy Summer meal on the outdoor grill, but they are also simple to enjoy indoors with the use of a …

While spare ribs themselves are low carb proteins, they are often slathered with a high carb BBQ sauce. One way to avoid the sugary BBQ sauces found in the grocery stores is to make your own. Options could include fruit-based BBQ sauces, or a really low carb vinegar-based sauce. This recipe is for low carb …

This pozole rojo comes from mi amiga from the Bajío region of Mexico. She taught me the traditional method: pork with bones simmered slowly, hominy added for that distinctive chewy texture, and a rojo sauce made from rehydrated dried chiles. Pozole is celebration food in Mexico, served at fiestas and family gatherings. The garnishes on …

Quick Summary: Peperonata is slow-cooked sweet peppers with onions and garlic, simmered until velvety soft. Use it to braise pork chops for a tender, flavorful one-pan dinner. The sauce also works on burgers, grilled chicken, or crusty bread. Prep: 15 min | Cook: 45 min | Serves: 4 Jump to: RECIPE | What is Peperonata? …

Puttanesca was once considered a humble Italian dish, made with common pantry ingredients. The sauce is typically made by combining tomatoes, capers, garlic and olives, with optional ingredients like red pepper flakes or anchovies into a bold, robust “gravy”. This briny sauce is typically served over pasta (often spaghetti), but it also pairs beautifully with …

Quick Summary: A creamy rustic Italian stew with cannellini beans, andouille sausage, and Tuscan kale in a velvety broth. High protein, nutrient-dense, and compliant with slow-carb diets. Comes together in under an hour. Prep: 20 min | Cook: 30 min | Serves: 8 Jump to: RECIPE | Key Ingredients | Step by Step | More …

Banderillas are considered Mexican street food and they are one of the easiest Mexican dishes you can make. Basically they are hot dogs wrapped in flour tortillas, fried until crispy, and often served with a fiery dipping sauce. The whole thing takes 15 minutes. The real star of this recipe is the chimichurri pizza sauce, …

Quick Summary: Traditional Mexican pork tamales with red chile pepper sauce, made easier with a homemade spice blend instead of rehydrating and roasting dried peppers. Includes step-by-step photos and video for assembly. Prep: 45 min | Cook: 45 min + 60-90 min steaming | Makes: about 30 tamales Jump to: RECIPE | 5 Secrets to …

Quick Summary: A distinctive variation of chile colorado featuring tender pork and fresh cactus paddles (nopales). The nopales add a bright, slightly tangy contrast to the rich red chile sauce. Includes video tutorial on removing cactus thorns. Uses a spice blend for easier preparation. Prep: 40 min | Cook: 40 min | Serves: 4 This …

Chorizo and eggs make a stellar low carb breakfast or dinner. Mexican & Spanish chorizo are different but excellent in a variety of dishes

Pork tenderloin wrapped in a foil packet is one of the easiest ways to get tender, juicy slices of pork. The foil seals in the mustard sauce and keeps the lean meat from drying out. Sear it, coat it, wrap it, and bake for 25 minutes. Add a quick pasta and some broccoli, and you …

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

Instapot Tacos al Pastor is a recipe that has the robust flavor of Mexican street food without needing special equipment or a lot of time.