This simple keto plate is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's great for meal prepping! The salty prosciutto pairs wonderfully with creamy brie and herby pesto. Walnuts are added for healthy fats, creating a balanced and flavorful meal.
Cocada is a traditional coconut candy originating from Latin America. Depending on the region they come from, they can have different flavors, colors, textures, and sizes. This recipe is for Chilean cocadas, consisting of only 3 ingredients: vanilla butter biscuits, dulce de leche, and shredded coconut. But as always, we are creating a Keto-friendly version of these flavorful treats from scratch. These low-carb cocadas are a great Chilean Keto recipe for snacking and sharing. To make these Keto cocadas, we will start by making Keto vanilla cookies, cooling them, then grinding them. These cookies melt in your mouth and are great even on their own. For the dulce de leche, you can make it by following our Keto-friendly recipe here: https://my.carbmanager.com/meals/recipes?dialog=food-detail:ug:802172cf1b874f91954410812b3478ec If you are lucky to have sugar-free dulce de leche where you live, then go ahead and use it. To assemble, grind the Keto cookies into fine crumbs. Add the dulce de leche and mix until a dough forms. Divide into 16 pieces, and shape them into small balls. Roll them into the shredded coconut until completely covered. Even though it is healthier to prepare your own biscuits, you can absolutely use store-bought Keto cookies to save time. Caramel sauce is much thinner than dulce de leche which would yield a different consistency than expected. If that s all you have, then you can use 1/4 cup of caramel sauce and mix with the cookie crumbs until a dough forms. The flavor and texture, however, will be different. First, you need to chill them to make sure they hold their shape. Then, you can transfer them to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 5 days.
These rich and flavorsome kalamata olives are pan-fried with diced pancetta, fresh thyme, aromatic garlic, and tender baby spinach until tender and golden. This quick and easy side dish is rich in fats and low-carb vegetables, simple to prepare, and full of flavor. It makes a great accompaniment to pork, chicken, or fish dishes and is a perfect BBQ side.
Classic chicken florentine is a very Keto-friendly dish you can prepare for meal prepping or a hot dinner. Chicken breasts are seasoned and lightly floured with Keto paleo flour. The breasts are fried and served with a bed of spinach in florentine sauce. Since this recipe is so low in carbs, you can add on a variety of healthy side dishes. Serve the chicken florentine with Carb Manager Loaded Cauliflower Mash or check out the Carb Manager Chicken Florentine with Crispy Rapini recipe for a larger meal. You can even simply sautee a bed of Keto vegetables with olive oil, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli. If you You re tired of cooking, just throw together a side salad with one of Carb Manager s dressing recipes. If you re using this recipe for meal prepping, the finished dish can be stored in your refrigerator for up to 3 days and easily reheats in your microwave. Florentine is a style of cooking, named after Florence, Italy. That makes Keto chicken florentine an Italian dish! Florentine implies that spinach is included in the dish as well as a white wine sauce. That s the only difference between traditional chicken florentine and Keto chicken florentine: white wine is swapped out for white wine vinegar. Florentine sauce allows some creative liberties. Some people like to add parmesan cheese to their sauce or additional spices and herbs. If you only have almond flour on hand, this is an acceptable substitute. However, depending on the type of almond flour you have, your final product may not look quite the same as what you see on Carb Manager. Try to use very finely ground almond flour, if that s what you decide to do. Almond flour can turn very dark or burn a little easier than paleo flour, so you may need to adjust the heat when you re frying the chicken. Almond flour can also release from your food after you cook it, so make sure to dredge your chicken in a very thin layer. Jessica L.
This Mexican-inspired Keto hot chocolate is the perfect winter warmer. Rich with chocolate and heavy cream, our Mexican hot chocolate has a hint of warming spice and zesty orange. This makes a great post-dinner dessert drink or as an accompaniment to a slice of Keto cake. As with all things low-carb, it is easy to modify your favorite foods and beverages to make them Keto compliant, and hot chocolate is no exception. The key to keeping it Keto is in using an unsweetened cocoa powder - you can add your preferred low-carb sweetener to your beverage to counteract any bitterness. It is also important to add some extra fats to your beverage, and in this instance, we have used heavy cream. If you wanted to boost the fats further you could always BULLETPROOF your hot chocolate by blending it with butter, coconut oil, or BULLETPROOF Brain Octane Oil (MCT Oil). Be sure to adjust your macros however if you make any changes. Our Keto hot chocolate is seasoned with cinnamon and a little chili powder. You can adjust the quantities as you wish if you desire a spicier drink or even add a little cayenne pepper. You may also use an alternative plant-based Keto-friendly milk if preferred. Just be sure to allow for any changes in your macros. To limit the number of carbs and keep this recipe Keto-friendly, we usually use cocoa powder. However, we have also decided to use unsweetened baking squares to add richness and creaminess. BULLETPROOF is a registered trademark owned by Bulletproof Digital, Inc.
Keto Christmas Frittata is a festive dish featuring bright red and green ingredients. Savory mushrooms, onions, spicy red poblano pepper, green spinach, and ham are sautéed in clarified butter. Large eggs are cracked on top, seasoned with salt and pepper, and dotted with salty feta cheese. Baked until the cheese is hot and the eggs are perfectly sunny side up, this frittata makes for the perfect Christmas brunch! For well-done eggs, pop the yolks and flip with the ham and spinach mixture, cooking until done. Add more fat by topping with extra feta or a melty cheese like Chihuahua or mozzarella. Red bell pepper can be used for color. Serve with Keto Christmas breakfast items like Keto Blueberry Muffins.
Cloud bread is a light and fluffy treat, similar to Keto cloud bread but with added cornstarch for a stable texture. The cornstarch ensures the bread maintains its airy consistency, creating a delightful cloud-like texture. The batter can be customized with various colors for a fun, vibrant appearance, or left natural. Its incredibly light texture makes it a joy to eat. This recipe is kid-friendly, and children will be amazed as they watch the egg whites expand. It's crucial to whip the egg whites to stiff peaks, and the cream of tartar and cornstarch will assist in stabilizing the foam. These ingredients provide extra support, even if you've had difficulties with egg whites before. Food coloring is optional; natural alternatives like matcha powder or turmeric can be used for coloring. Given the low-fat content of this dessert, it pairs well with a fat-rich Keto coffee or another high-fat snack to balance the meal.
This delicious low carb stew is rich in flavor and healthy Keto-friendly fats. Our Keto slow-cooked curry is prepared with diced beef, aromatic curry powder, warming ginger, tender onion and garlic, creamy coconut milk, coconut oil, and rich beef stock. The curry is cooked slowly on the stove until tender, ready to serve with your preferred low carb sides. We have cooked our Keto beef stew on the stove until the meat is soft and tender and the sauce is reduced. You may also cook this in a crockpot if you wish. Simply prep all the ingredients as directed, then carefully transfer everything into your crockpot (preheat if necessary) and cook on high for four hours or until tender. This rich Keto beef curry makes a great protein option served for lunch or dinner. The slow-cooked beef and sauce is delicious served over a bed of cauliflower rice along with other low carb sides, such as our Keto Indian avocado salsa or our Keto coconut flour Indian flatbreads. These and other tasty options can be found in our sides section. Please be sure to adjust your macros to account for any additions or changes made to the recipe.
These cheese and chive dippers boast a cauliflower and ground almond base, yielding a delightful flatbread-style consistency when baked. They serve as an excellent snack, perfect for dipping into your favorite keto-friendly dips and sauces. Enjoy the savory combination of cheese and chives in every bite.
This flavorful low-carb salad combines the sweetness of roasted rhubarb with cherry tomatoes, tender spinach, salty ham, and tangy cheese, making it a perfect light lunch or side dish for summer.
This keto avocado salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for a light meal or a satisfying side. It combines healthy fats, essential nutrients, and delightful textures. Tender asparagus and kale provide a boost of vitamins and minerals, while grilled halloumi adds a salty and savory element. Toasted hazelnuts offer a satisfying crunch, and a hint of lemon zest brightens the overall flavor. For a vegan option, simply omit the halloumi or substitute it with a plant-based cheese alternative. Feel free to customize the recipe by swapping kale with spinach or asparagus with green beans. Almonds or a mix of pumpkin and sunflower seeds can replace hazelnuts for those with nut allergies. Prepare the greens ahead of time and store them in the fridge for a quick assembly. Remember to serve the halloumi warm for the best taste. Rinse the greens in cold or iced water to maintain their vibrant color and prevent wilting.
Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter food, typically eaten on Good Friday. They are slightly sweet, spiced, super soft, and recognized by the cross on top. This traditional bread has many variations in spices and flavorings. Flavored with cinnamon and orange zest, this Keto-friendly version is nothing short of delicious. It is prepared using a yeasted low-carb dough and finished with a sweet glaze for the cross. This Keto bread mainly uses almond flour. A little bit of whey protein isolate is added to lighten the dough a bit. You cannot switch the almond flour for more protein powder, but the opposite is possible. An essential ingredient in this recipe is psyllium husk powder. It is responsible for the "bread texture" and helps hold everything together. The sour cream, eggs, and butter are responsible for their moist texture. The orange zest, cinnamon, and raisins are added for sweetness and spice. Like with many Keto Easter recipes, you can customize this recipe to fit the version you grew up eating. Other than cinnamon and orange zest, many versions contain nutmeg, allspice, and sometimes cardamom. As for additives, you can replace the raisins with currants, chopped apricots, chopped prunes, or a mixture of all. You can also add chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds to the dough. Traditionally, the cross is a paste prepared from wheat flour and water that is added before baking. Then once the buns are cooked, they are dipped in a sweet glaze. Since this recipe is Keto-friendly and cannot include flour, we have compromised and prepared a sweet glaze made from powdered erythritol and water to compensate for both elements. If you prefer the crosses to be savory, you can make a paste out of coconut flour and water, and pipe it on top of the buns after they are baked and cooled. While it is a no-no to add sugar to any low-carb recipe, this recipe is an exception. The yeast will feed on the sugar and produce carbon dioxide, aka the bubbles that cause bread and baked goods to rise. So basically, the yeast will activate by consuming the sugar, leaving you none.
