Citrus and Cilantro Shrimp Kebabs
If you’re a fan of cilantro (coriander leaves), this quick and easy shrimp kebab is for you. However, there are some folks that really don’t care for cilantro. If that is the case, use Italian (flat leaf) parsley instead. This will change the flavor profile a bit, but the end result is just as delicious. […]
Creamed Spinach
Yield: 3 servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 6 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 package (10 ounces) frozen, chopped spinach, thawed 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 clove garlic, crushed INSTRUCTIONS Put all […]
Sicilian Spinach
Yield: 6 servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of just 1 gram of usable carbs and 5 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons butter 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and dried 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 or 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped INSTRUCTIONS Heat […]
Garlic Butter Shrimp Kebabs
If you love shrimp scampi, you will love these kebabs. Serve these as the main course or as an appetizer with a nice glass of wine. You can double the Garlic Butter Baste recipe and serve half of it as a dipping sauce. MAKES 6 TO 8 KEBABS INGREDIENTS 2 to 2½ pounds (900 […]
Stir Fried Spinach
Spinach originated in Asia, so stir-frying it is a very traditional way of preparing it. Yield: 6 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 4 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1/4 cup peanut oil 2 pounds fresh spinach, washed and […]
Sambal Shrimp Kebabs (Sambal Udang)
Shrimp is fantastic grilled, yet it can be a little hard to grill. Thread them onto skewers, however, and it is quick and easy. This shrimp recipe from Southeast Asia has the heat and a little sweet. For those who want it spicier, double the Sambal chili paste and it will certainly fulfill your expectations. […]
Artichokes with Aioli
Artichokes with a rich, garlicky sauce-what’s not to like? Yield: 6 servings, each with 15 grams of carbohydrates and 7 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 5 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 6 artichokes Salt 1 batch Aioli INSTRUCTIONS Cut about 1 inch off the top of […]
Fried Artichokes
This is one of the fastest ways I know to cook artichokes. Yield: 1 serving, with 13 grams of carbohydrates and a whopping 7 grams of fiber, for a total of 6 grams of usable carbs (a couple of teaspoons of lemon juice add just 1 more gram) and 4 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS […]
Chipotle Adobo Beef Kebabs
Spicy, delicious and versatile, these kebabs are reminiscent of some Mexican fast casual dining offerings. Serve these flavorful kebabs as appetizers, over rice, on simply slide into warmed tortillas. Use boneless beef short ribs for this recipe. Ask your local butcher for help locating the right cut. It will be well worth the effort. MAKES […]
Garlic Asparagus
Yield: 4 servings, each with 6 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 4 grams of usable carbs and 3 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 pound fresh asparagus 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed INSTRUCTIONS Break the ends off the asparagus where they snap naturally. Cut […]