Keto Recipes

How to Make the Best Cauliflower Fried Rice Keto

October 23, 2019 by Rich

If you love fried rice and want to stay in shape, then this Cauliflower Fried Rice Keto recipe is for you. You can have the best of both worlds with my recipe. This version uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs and boasts less than 8 grams of net carbs! Don’t worry, that beach bod is coming!

Last updated: March 17, 2020

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Cauliflower Fried Rice

Where to buy cauliflower rice?

For those of us who do not have a food processor, grater, or even a blender there’s always the option of purchasing cauliflower rice from the market. Luckily there are many ways to purchase. One can purchase it organic, frozen, fresh, wet, and dried. But the best way and what I’d recommend is buying it FRESH!

Frame of Reference:
One cauliflower is equivalent to about 4 cups

With that said, expect to pay double the price at the market which factors in the labor involved. The one I purchased was $3.99 at 14 ounces when a cauliflower head would go for the same price. They can also be sold as organic. You can find the cauliflower rice at most grocery stores such as Whole Foods Market, Trader Joes, Safeway, etc.

How to make cauliflower rice?

The most cost and qualitatively effective way is making it oneself. I know, it does require a food processor but nowadays they’re so cheap. You can find one as low as $20 and they make many other useful keto pantry staples that it’s difficult not to buy one. You’ll see that the $20 is an easy investment that will pay itself quickly.

Anywho, the easiest way to make it is to cut the core and stem greens. Then cut the head into florets about the size of a an egg. Afterwards, bring the florets over to the processor and shred into rice sized pieces. That’s it!

I’m a Vegetarian/Vegan. What are my options?

No problem! Just remove the chicken, ghee, and egg. You can substitute them for Firm Tofu and Vegan Butter. All the other ingredients are vegan and vegetarian friendly.

Cauliflower Fried Rice Keto Recipe

What You’ll Need

Cauliflower Rice
6 oz chicken thighs
Frozen or Fresh Peas
Celery
Egg
Ghee
Coconut Aminos
Scallion
Sesame Oil
Garlic

Looking for other dishes to pair with your Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice? Check out my Keto General Tso’s Chicken.

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Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

Course dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine American, chinese american, chinese takeout, diet, keto, Low Carb

Keyword cauliflower, celery, chicken, easy, fried rice

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings

Calories 380.3kcal

Equipment

Frying Pan or Wok
Food Processor (Optional)

Ingredients

Base

1 Tbsp Avocado Oil olive oil works too
1 tbsp Ghee Butter works too
14 oz Cauliflower rice or half a cauliflower head
¼ cup Peas Frozen or Fresh
¼ cup Celery chopped into thin ¼ inch

Seasonings

1.5 tbsp Coconut amino
1 tbsp Sesame Oil
Chicken Broth Optional

Protein

6 oz Chicken Thigh ½ inch cubed
1 whole Egg

Aromatics

1 tsp Ginger, minced or ½ ground ginger
1 clove Garlic, minced or ½ tsp of garlic powder

Toppings

White pepper Optional
1 stalk Scallion, chopped

Instructions

Cook chicken

Heat wok or frying pan to medium heat for about 2 minutes. Pour 1 tablespoon of oil. Add in chicken. Cook on Medium High Heat for about 5 minutes or until chicken is browned. Once chicken is cooked move them to another plate. Lower heat to low.

Time to Make Fried Rice

In the same wok or frying pan, add the ghee. Pour in the garlic and ginger and let it infuse with the oils (about 30 seconds or until garlic becomes crispy).
Increase heat to medium. Add in the Cauliflower Rice, celery, and peas. Make sure to stir back and forth for about 1 minute. If too dry, add a ¼ cup of water or chicken broth to keep it moist.
Turn heat to Medium-High. Bring back the chicken and stir fry for another minute.
Move cauliflower, peas, and celery to the side. Add oil if pot is too dry. Crack an egg. Wait about 30 seconds for the bottom of the egg to cook. Then puncture yolk and begin to stir the yolk with the egg whites until it solidifies.
Pour over the coconut aminos, sesame oil, salt to taste. Increase heat to high and stir fry for about minute until the seasonings have been mixed into the vegetables, rice, and egg.

Toppings

Move contents over to a plate. Top rice with scallions, and any other toppings you like. I like white pepper. For a spicy kick, add pepper flakes.
Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition info is approximate using the sparkpeople.com recipe calculator, and the carb count does not count sugar alcohols. It is your responsibility to check the accuracy of all nutritional facts posted here, especially if you have a medical condition, in which case you should consult with your doctor before using any of the recipes.

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Nutrition Facts

Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

Amount Per Serving

Calories 380.3 Calories from Fat 264

% Daily Value*

Fat 29.3g45%

Saturated Fat 8.8g55%

Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g

Monounsaturated Fat 10.9g

Cholesterol 175.5mg59%

Sodium 397.3mg17%

Potassium 407.9mg12%

Carbohydrates 11.1g4%

Fiber 3.5g15%

Sugar 5.1g6%

Protein 18.2g36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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How to make the best Keto General Tso chicken ever

October 21, 2019 by Rich

Didn’t know Chinese Takeout could be keto? Well, now you know that my recipe will show you how to make the best Keto General Tso’s Chicken. Here I show you how to make this legendary dish. Easy and in under an hour. I also show you variants of General Tso’s like Orange and Sesame Chicken.

Last updated: March 17, 2020

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Chinese Chicken Recipe Variations

Believe it or not, General Tso’s was the original Chinese chicken recipe. Nobody really knows where it originated as it can be argued for weeks, but there would not be an orange chicken or a sesame one without General Tso’s.

I tip my hat off to the creator of this dish as it spawned what was many of my late night meals during my college years when I recall switching back and forth between General Tso’s, Orange, and Sesame Chicken depending on the day. I understand some times you crave for a something a little sweeter or maybe less spicy so below I’ll show you how to cook each one as well as their subtle differences.

Not sure which ingredients are keto and low carb? Check out my Definitive Keto Shopping List .

What are the differences between General Tso’s (GT), Orange, and Sesame Chicken?

Orange Chicken

– A little Sweeter than GT.
– More Orange Flavoring
– Orange Slice Garnish

Follow recipe, except:

– For Ingredients, add Orange to list.

– For the sauce, add 1.5 TSP of Monkfruit Sweetener instead of 1 TSP and use 1.5 TSP of Orange Extract instead of 1 TSP.

– Garnish with orange slices.

Sesame Chicken

– Sweeter than GT.
– More Sesame flavorings
– Not spicy.
– No Orange Flavors.

Follow recipe, except:

– For Ingredients, SWAP out the Chili Pepper for Sesame Seeds.

– For the Sauce, do not use the orange extract. Use 2.5 TBSP of sesame oil instead of 2 TBSP.

– Garnish with sesame seeds.

What You’ll Need

Keto General Tso's Chicken Ingredients List

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Course dinner

Cuisine Chinese, chinese american, chinese takeout, keto

Keyword chicken, chinese, keto, low carb

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Servings

Calories 469kcal

Ingredients

General Tso Batter

2 cups Refined Coconut oil
1 whole Egg
1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken thighs
½ tsp Monkfruit sweetener
1 pinch White pepper
1 cup Almond flour You can also use coconut flour in place

General Tso's Sauce

2 tbsp Avocado oil
1 stalk Scallion
1 clove Minced garlic
8 whole Dried chili peppers
1 tsp Orange extract
1 tsp Monkfruit sweetener
¼ tsp Ground ginger
3 tbsp Chicken broth
1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
2 tbsp Coconut amino
2 tsp Sesame oil
2 tsp Almond flour

Instructions

Recipe Preparation

Gather all your ingredients and cut the chicken into half an inch cubes. Chop scallions, and mince the garlic.
Heat about 2 cups of coconut oil to 375° F degrees. Use more if you're using a large pot.
Pro Tip: Fill the oil to about half of the pot. If you fill up too high, the oil may spill over.

Prepping the Chicken

In a large bowl, crack an egg open. Whisk the egg.
Place the chicken over the whisked egg. Mix the chicken well with the egg. Using your hands will make for a better dish.
Pour 1 cup of almond flour, white pepper, salt, and monkfruit sweetener over the chicken. Mix with hands. Again, mix it well so batter sticks to chicken.

Frying time!

The key is frying the chicken twice.
Throw the battered chicken onto the pot. For the first time, leave it in for about 2 minutes. Once that is up, strain the chicken to a plate with a sheet of towel. Let it rest for about a minute.
Pro tip: If you want to save the oil, strain the chicken on top of a bowl instead of a paper towel covered plate.
Second time frying. and throw it back into the coconut oil. This time fry it for another minute or until the batter has become golden brown. Move the chicken over to new plate with a sheet of towel remove any excess oil. The frying part is now done.

Time to make our Sauce!

Medium heat a wok or frying pan. Add about a tablespoon of oil. Throw in the garlic, scallion whites, and dried chili peppers. Let the aromatics infuse with the oil, about 1.5 minutes or when garlic is golden brown.
Pour in 3 tablespoons of Chicken Broth. Add in the orange extract, monkfruit sweetener, ground ginger, apple cider vinegar, coconut amino, and sesame oil. Mix together well. Turn the heat up for it to boil.
As sauce is boiling, pour in 2 tablespoon of almond flour. This will act as a thickening agent. It should thicken in about a minute. Sauce is ready.
Throw the chicken onto the sauce. Switch heat to Med-High. Stir and toss chicken well for about a minute. Your Keto General Tso's Chicken is now ready to eat!
Enjoy!
Optional: Add Steamed broccoli for a more complete meal.

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Keto General Tso's Chicken

Amount Per Serving

Calories 469 Calories from Fat 338

% Daily Value*

Fat 37.5g58%

Saturated Fat 9.6g60%

Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g

Monounsaturated Fat 19.1g

Cholesterol 136.5mg46%

Sodium 252.2mg11%

Potassium 274.4mg8%

Carbohydrates 12.3g4%

Fiber 3.9g16%

Sugar 5.7g6%

Protein 24.3g49%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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How to Make the Most Amazing Keto Pho under an Hour

October 8, 2019 by Rich

For many, pho is a classic staple of a diet. With health benefits like joint health and inflammation reduction it’s easy to see why pho is a popular choice. It can be enjoyed for all occasions and meals. From the aroma to the broth, pho has a very distinct profile which can quickly get you hooked. The bad news is it’s not very keto-friendly because of the rice noodles. Luckily in my recipe, it won’t matter because I’ll show you my easy low carb keto pho recipe.

Last updated: March 16, 2020

Keto Beef Pho

Is pho without noodles keto friendly?

I get this question a lot. “Pho is rich in fat because of all the fat in the beef broth and meat so it must be keto if one orders it without the noodles right?” That’s the logic that tends to go around and there’s no easy way to answer because it really depends on your carb consumption for the whole day. I think the question needs to be reframed. What you really want to know are what the keto options are at a pho restaurant.

To get into the ketosis state, one needs to keep their net carbs under 20 grams. So if you’re only eating pho without noodles the whole day then sure, it should be fine because the only other ingredients with carbs are the fish sauce, bean sprouts, lime, onions, sriracha, and hoisin sauce. The one you want to avoid indefinitely is the hoisin sauce since it has 20 grams of sugar in a 2 table spoon serving size. To summarize, pho without noodles should be keto friendly as long as it fits your macros but stay away from the Hoisin Sauce.

Does pho broth have sugar?

Generally speaking, yes pho broth does have some sugar. It’s mainly coming from the fish sauce and it also depends on the chef therefore I strongly recommend making your own pho. Jump to my recipe to see how.

Does pho broth have carbs?

This question ties together with the previous one. Since pho broth has sugar, pho broth does have carbs. The broth is mainly coming from fish sauce and any other ingredients the chef may put in. We won’t really know unless we’re in the kitchen watching their every move therefore I suggest making your own which is quite easy. Jump to my recipe to see how.

What meats can I use for keto beef pho?

Traditionally, pho is a very complex making up of a variety of spices and toppings. For my recipe, I took the liberty of minimization, and excluded a lot of different toppings for the sake of simplicity. If you want to go wild, I don’t blame you and don’t let me stop you from really making it your own. You can easily throw in any of these meats:

Flank
Brisket
Brisket Fat
Tendon
Beef Balls
Beef Tripe

What kind of noodles are keto friendly?

In this recipe, I’ll be using shirataki noodles. They have almost literally zero carbs in it making it the ideal noodle for pho. I found shirataki noodles to be the closest thing to the real thing so I stick to it but you’re more than welcome to using noodles made out of cabbage. That works too. You simply shred the cabbage and throw it in hot water to let it soften up.

If you want to see what else you can do with shirataki noodles, check out my Shirataki Noodles Page.

Why packaged bone broth?

The intent of my keto pho recipe is really to make it as simple as possible while maintaining some authenticity. You can easily make your own broth but that would mean hours of simmering. There’s nothing wrong with that, it just takes a lot of time. With readily made bone broth, you can have a bowl of pho under 40 minutes or less depending on how crafty you are in the kitchen. The one I recommend is Kettle and Fire but you can get any bone broth you’d like. My reasoning is simply because it tastes better. Compared to other ones I’ve had, Kettle and Fire carries a cleaner taste.

I always recommend Red Boat Fish Sauce which is safest within the keto community. They boast having only two ingredients: freshly caught wild anchovies and sea salt. I’ve heard Costco carries them so you may want to check for them there. I’ve also seen them at Wholes Food Market. If not, you can always order at Amazon.

How to make Low Carb Keto Pho

What You’ll Need

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Easy Keto Pho

Course Keto, Main Course, Soup

Cuisine American, Low Carb, Vietnamese

Keyword beef, bone broth, keto, low carb noodles, pho, shirataki, soup

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Servings people

Calories 385kcal

Ingredients

Spices & Aromatics

1 stick Cinnamon
2 whole Star Anise
2 whole Cloves
1 whole Black Cardamon
1 inch Fresh Ginger Sliced
2 quarters Yellow Onion
½ tsp Fennel Seed (optional)
¼ tsp Peppercorn (optional)

Broth

4 cups Beef Bone Broth
2 tbsp Fish Sauce

Toppings

5 oz Brisket You can also use chuck
1 whole Lime
¾ cup Bean Sprouts If you don't like your bean sprouts crunchy, blanche them beforehand
1 bunch Thai Basil Leaves
1 stalk Scallion
1 TBSP MCT Oil
1 bunch Cilantro (optional)
Ground White Pepper (optional)
5-6 Thin slices of Onion (optional)
1 Chili Pepper or Jalapeno (optional)

Instructions

Gather all the ingredients.

Chop the onion in half. Take one half and cut into two quarters. Cut the ginger into thin slices. Chop scallions, lime, and chili pepper.
*** This step is entirely OPTIONAL. Using the other half of the onion, cut the onion into thin slices. These will be used for a topping at the end. Move them to a bowl of cold water and cool them in the fridge.

Spices and Aromatics

You want to release the fragrances of the spices. To do that we will char a quarter of the onion, slices of ginger, cinnamon stick, star anise, clove, star anise, cardamon, fennel seeds, peppercorn. Heat in medium high heat for about 3-4 minutes.
You want it to be toasted like so.
If you feel you've burnt the onion too much no worries. You can scrape off the black charred parts with the edge of your knife.

Prepping the Broth

Open the two bone broth package and pour contents into pot.
Pour in the fish sauce.
Move the brisket over to the pot. I personally like to slice mine into thin pieces before cooking but you can also cut it after it's been cooked.
Transfer the toasted spices to the broth. simmer them in the pot of bone broth for a half hour. After a half hour, the broth is ready and you can remove the spices and aromatics for a clear broth.
Pro tip: It's easier if you transfer the spices over to a a cheesecloth or a tea infuser ball and drop it in that way. I have neither tools and I don't mind using a strainer so I just move all the spices over into the pot like the picture.

Cook the Shirataki Noodles using a different pot

Follow the package instructions. If not, I can show you how to cook shirataki noodles.
Note: I found that one package may not be enough for noodle lovers. If you love noodles I suggest getting two packages or 4 servings of shirataki noodles for 2 people.

Style Your Bowl!

You're now ready to make your bowl! Grab a bowl.
Distribute the cooked Shirataki Noodles evenly to two bowls. Place toppings (beansprouts, scallions, mint, peppers, brisket) on top of the shirataki noodles however you like. Pour in MCT Oil for added fat content.
Ladle the broth onto the bowl.
Enjoy!

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Easy Keto Pho

Amount Per Serving

Calories 385 Calories from Fat 217

% Daily Value*

Fat 24.1g37%

Saturated Fat 16.4g103%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g

Monounsaturated Fat 4.8g

Cholesterol 65.9mg22%

Sodium 136.9mg6%

Potassium 453.4mg13%

Carbohydrates 18.3g6%

Fiber 8.6g36%

Sugar 5.3g6%

Protein 25.9g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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How to Make the Best Keto Pizza you will Love!

September 23, 2019 by Rich

This one here’s a keto classic. The easiest keto pizza recipe ever. If you’re on keto chances are you’re going to be craving the foods you’ve missed so much. Fortunately, with keto, pizza works in our favor. We just have to figure out what to do with that darn crust. Here I show you two ways to make your pizza crust using either almond flour or shirataki noodles.

Last updated: March 17, 2020

Keto Low Carb Pizza

Fast and Easy: Story behind the Recipe

For this specific recipe, my GF and I were running close to our groceries budget so we had to think quick. We had almond flour and psyllium husk leftover from a previous month’s purchase and thought to ourselves to make some Keto Pizza, especially when the both of us have been busy the last few days. And just like that, the inspiration for my low carb keto pizza happened. I think these are the perfect dinner if you’re on a budget as it doesn’t cost much to make.

What Pizza Toppings are Low Carb Keto Pizza friendly?

The beauty about this is you can virtually make this pizza using any toppings you’d like. Well almost. The one I’d stay away from are pineapples. They’re high in sugar. As for the meats such as bacon, sausage, and hamburger they’re all high in fat. Some times I add onions and more tomatoes. You can even make a Supreme version like the ones from Pizza Hut. Just the other day, I had leftover artichoke in the fridge and just threw it on. So definitely keto pizza is the way to go if you’re running near your grocery budget.

Not sure what’s keto? Check out my Keto Shopping List Guide.

Shirataki Pizza Crust Recipe

What You’ll Need

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Keto Shirataki Pizza Crust

Course dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, diet, Italian, keto, Low Carb

Keyword diet, keto, low carb, shirataki

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Servings

Calories 390.9kcal

Equipment

Frying Pan
Oven

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 package Shirataki noodles
1 TSP Garlic Powder
1 TSP Oregano
¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
1 whole egg

For the Toppings

2 TBSP Pizza Sauce
4 slices Pepperoni
2 oz Mozarella Cheese
1 whole Mushroom

Instructions

Preparing Shirataki Noodles

Follow the package instructions. If not, I can show you how to cook shirataki noodles.
Note: I found that one package may not be enough for noodle lovers. If you love noodles I suggest getting two packages or 4 servings of shirataki noodles for 2 people.

Making our Shirataki Pizza Crust

In a large bowl, crack an egg. Pour in the garlic powder, salt, Parmesan cheese, and oregano over the egg. Whisk together.
Place the cooked shirataki noodles to the bowl. Mix it well with the egg mixture.
Warm a frying pan on Medium heat for a couple of minutes. Pour 1 tablespoon of oil. Then, transfer noodles to the frying pan. Spread and flatten the noodles. Depending on how hot the heat is, leave the shirataki crust on frying pan for about 7-10 minutes on medium heat or until bottom is golden brown.
We're then going to cook the other side. Move noodles to another plate, add a tablespoon of oil to frying pan. Then cook the other side. Again for about 7-10 minutes or until crust becomes golden brown.
Once 7-10 minutes is up. The crust is ready for the toppings.

Toppings

Turn the broiler on high. It should take a couple of minutes before it's ready.
Coat the pizza sauce evenly on the crust. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and mushrooms.
Throw pizza into broiler and cook for 2-3 minutes or when the cheese has melted to your desire. Pizza is ready.
Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Keto Shirataki Pizza Crust

Amount Per Serving

Calories 390.9 Calories from Fat 283

% Daily Value*

Fat 31.4g48%

Saturated Fat 9.5g59%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g

Monounsaturated Fat 12g

Cholesterol 131.1mg44%

Sodium 649.1mg28%

Potassium 104.1mg3%

Carbohydrates 7.9g3%

Fiber 3.6g15%

Sugar 0.7g1%

Protein 20.6g41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Almond Flour Pizza Crust Recipe

The crust will be made using almond flour. There are other variances like cauliflower crust but I like the almond flour a little better. If you never had it before, it’s like God’s gift to keto mankind. The one I recommend (Nature’s Eats Blanched Almond Flour) is my favorite because it has only 2 grams of net carbs to a serving size of 2 ounces! I found these at the Walmart Neighborhood store but you can find them easily on Amazon. I’ve seen other brands like Bob’s Red Mill which I usually love but their version of Blanched Flour had double the amount of net carbs. Since net carbs is at a luxury I had to go with the Nature’s Eats.

Crispy Low Carb Crust

If you want the crust a little more crispy, I would switch your oven settings mode from bake to broil and let it cook for a little bit longer. It depends on your oven but around 2 more minutes or until edges of keto pizza crust is golden brown crisping up.

Want to see other easy, keto and low carb recipes? Check out my keto low carb recipe’s list!

Why Psyllium Husk?

“Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago ovata plant’s seeds. It sometimes goes by the name ispaghula. It’s most commonly known as a laxative. However, research shows that taking psyllium is beneficial to many parts of the human body, including the heart and the pancreas.”
Via healthline

I don’t know about you all but since I’ve started my keto diet, I don’t go to the bathroom nearly as previous so the Psyllium Husk helps with that. That is the reason why you see psyllium husk used a lot in keto bread recipes. Not only does it give the keto crust some resemblance to the real thing it also helps with shaping the dough, as the ingredients mesh better together once it’s been mixed. Therefore psyllium husk is both functional and beneficial to health which means it’s a must!

I want to note, the one I bought here was solely purchased for the costs but based on the reviews and my own experience, it’s pretty good! I found mine at Trader Joe’s for $6.99 but I’ve seen them carried at Sprouts. And as I mentioned with many of the ingredients I use, you can also find it on Amazon.

What You’ll Need

All the Ingredients sat on a table for Keto Low Carb Pizza — All you need for some keto pizza! All can be purchased from Trader Joes (except the Almond Flour)

Tools You’ll Need

I’m a minimalist so I try to limit the number of tools I have in the kitchen. I like my kitchen to be clutter-free. Nowadays there’s a tool for every situation imaginable. It does make life easier but as I mentioned, it takes up more space. With that said, this recipe will require parchment paper and a spatula. Definitely, use parchment paper and do not use Aluminum foil. The crust will stick to the foil and it will not be fun trying to remove it. A pizza slicer and a pinwheel are nice to have but not needed. You can use a chef’s knife to slice the pizza.

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Easiest Keto Low Carb Pizza Recipe

Course Appetizer, Keto, Main Course

Cuisine American, diet, Italian

Keyword keto, low carb, pizza, tomato

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Servings people

Calories 535kcal

Ingredients

For the Toppings

5 slices Pepperoni
1 whole Crimini Mushroom
1 cup Shredded Mozarella Cheese

For the Crust

1 TSP Garlic Powder
1 TBSP Cream Cheese
0.25 Cup Pizza Sauce
0.75 Cup Almond Flour
1 TBSP Psyllium Husk
0.25 Cup Shredded Mozarella Cheese
1 TSP Oregano
1 whole Egg

Instructions

Make the Crust

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a large microwavabe bowl, pour in 1 cup of mozarella cheese. Microwave it for 1 minute.
Using a spatula, scrap off any mozarella stuck to the bottom and sides of the bowl. Knead it into a round shaped blob.
Crack an egg and mix the egg into the mozzarella.
Don't worry about the clumps and do not throw the bowl back into the microwave. It will cook the egg. Once the egg has been mixed with the mozzarella, it should look like this.
Add 1.5 TBSP of cream cheese, 3/4 cup of almond flour, 1 TBSP of psyllium husk, teaspoon of garlic powder, teaspoon of oregano. Pinches of Salt and Pepper.
Mix throughly using the spatula. The dough should have a light brown color when it has been mixed.
Shape it into a ball. You can now shape it into a ball using your hands. Place it on parchment paper.
Note: The closer it is to a sphere the more circular its going to be when flattened.
Flatten it to about half an inch of thickness using either a pinwheel or just using the spatula and hands are fine. Place the flattened dough into the oven. Let it bake for 10 minutes. Once 10 minutes have passed, your crust is ready for the toppings.

Toppings

Once you remove the crust out of the oven, flip the crust. You want to cook the other side too. Then coat the pizza sauce evenly on the crust. Sprinkle mozarella cheese, pepperoni, and crimini mushrooms. Throw back into oven and cook for another 5 minutes.
Once 5 minutes is up, remove pizza and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

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Keto Carbonara – How to make it, the easy way!!

September 3, 2019 by Rich 24 Comments

Just when you thought there were no other variances you could cook with keto pasta, you can stop right there. I have just the thing for you, it’s my Keto Spaghetti Carbonara. This dish is quick and only calls for five main ingredients. In this article, I show you how to make this classic Italian favorite, keto style.

Last updated: March 17, 2020

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You never know where inspiration can be found. I was at this small little gold rush town in California and was recommended to try their Carbonara. Seeing that I never had it before and was in an experimental mood, I decided to take the plunge.

The Carbonara I had @ The City Hotel Restaurant

Little did I know, I had no idea I was about to be blown away how delicious this simple plate was. Since then, I’ve made it a mission to make my own version I can eat without feeling guilty because having conventional pasta every day is not going to help any weightloss goals.

Just 5 Main Ingredients

Carbonara, the name actually means charcoal in Italian most likely referring to the coal workers of the time and area of Rome. Nobody really knows the true origins of these Carbonara noodles or who invented the popular entree but it’s a common belief that the noodles were made by coal workers. It was simply a quick and inexpensive dish to make. Another version of the origin was that it was invented by Renato Gualandi. Whatever the case maybe I’m glad this dish was invented for generations to enjoy.

The original dish only really requires 5 main ingredients that make this dish shine. They are:

Spaghetti
Black Pepper
Free Range Egg
Bacon (or traditionally guanciale)
Pecorino Romano Cheese

Anything after that are really extras which leads me to my next point. There are many variances to this dish just due to its simplicity it can be adjusted to your personal tastes buds. If you like it spicy, you can add pepper flakes and even Tobasco sauce. Peas are also another common added ingredient as you saw with my time at the City Hotel Restaurant.

What is Carbonara Sauce?

Carbonara Sauce is a mixture of fresh free-range eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly ground black peppers. That’s it. Simple on the surface but this combination brings out the natural flavors of each ingredient. The saying “less is more” cannot be any truer. This sauce is whisked together and poured on top of the pasta. The trick is to keep the pasta hot enough (indirect heat) that the sauce does not overcook. This means shutting off the burner at the very moment al dente is reached and then stirring the sauce in a few rounds to cook it. By doing this, the sauce becomes creamier as the yolk and cheese work in unison.

Does Pasta Carbonara have raw Egg?

Pasta Carbonara requires raw eggs to make the carbonara but the egg is lightly cooked. It’s easy to think the egg is raw since the egg does not touch any direct heat but the answer is no. The egg is lightly cooked by the indirect heat from the hot spaghetti. It’s no different from an egg being cooked sunnyside up but be aware that kids under 5 should not consume these types of dishes.

Why these Shirataki Spaghetti?

I recommend these Shirataki Spaghetti

I prefer these tofu shirataki noodles/spaghetti from House Brands mainly because they come closest to conventional spaghetti. The best thing about them is their lack of a fishy odor which has turned many off. The coloring helps too. Texture-wise, it comes close. For any pasta related-dishes I’ll always recommend this specific brand for their catering towards the western market. A distant runner up (in case, you’re unable to find the House Brand) are the Skinny Pasta series. These are good too, but the coloring of the noodles itself is a little off.

If you enjoy Shirataki Noodles, check out my other shirataki noodle recipes:

How to Make Keto Pasta Carbonara

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Easy Keto Pasta Carbonara

Need a quick easy keto dinner with just 5 main ingredients? Well, you're in the right place. My keto carbonara will have you full in no time.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Keyword keto, low carb noodles, shirataki noodles, spaghetti

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings person

Calories 529.1kcal

Ingredients

1 package Shirataki Noodles
1 tspn Olive Oil

Carbonara Sauce

120 grams Bacon (even better if you have guanciale or pancetta)
1/4 cup Grated Pecorino Romano (Parmesan as substitute is ok)
1/2 tspn Garlic powder (optional)
1 whole Egg Yolk (for added creamy texture)
1 whole Egg

Garnish

1 tbsp Parsley
1 tbsp MCT Oil
1 pinch Black Pepper

Instructions

Cook Shirataki Noodles

Follow the package instructions. If not, I can show you how to cook shirataki noodles.
Note: I found that one package may not be enough for noodle lovers. If you love noodles I suggest getting two packages or 4 servings of shirataki noodles for 2 people.

Gather all the ingredients

Roughy chop the bacon and the parsley.

Prep the Sauce

In medium heat, warm a frying pan. Pour a teaspoon of olive oil and add the bacon in. Let the fat render.
Meanwhile, as the bacon is cooking crack 2 eggs. For the second egg, use only the yolk. This will give the carbonara a creamier texture. Combine it with Pecorino Romano, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and black pepper to taste. Whisk for about 2 minutes or until the desired creamy texture is achieved.

Combining Spaghetti and Carbonara Sauce

*** This part is very important. If you don't follow this part properly, you run the risk of overcooking the sauce which will give you scrambled eggs.
Once the bacon is cooked from the first step, remove the cooked bacon. Add the shirataki noodles to warm it up. Stir for about a minute until hot, then turn off the heat. Pour the Carbonara Sauce over spaghetti and stir until sauce becomes glossy and creamy (about a minute and a half). Retrieve the bacon and mix in.

Garnish

Top with Parsley, more picorno romano (if you like), and black pepper to taste. Add tablepoon of MCT oil for added fat.

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Easy Keto Pasta Carbonara

Amount Per Serving

Calories 529.1 Calories from Fat 373

% Daily Value*

Fat 41.4g64%

Saturated Fat 18.9g118%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3.5g

Cholesterol 265mg88%

Sodium 1135.6mg49%

Potassium 54.1mg2%

Carbohydrates 3.6g1%

Fiber 2.1g9%

Sugar 0.2g0%

Protein 31.6g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Delicious Keto Sardine Pasta Recipe

August 12, 2019 by Rich

When you’ve run out of keto recipes or meals has become boring, here’s a keto sardine recipe that will instantly change up the routine. The best part is, a lot of these items are already lying around the pantry. It’s quick, easy, and under 5 gram of net carbs!!! This one’s perfect for dinner on any hot day.

Last updated: June 29, 2020

Why Canned Sardines?

Sardines carry a distinct flavor I’ve found to compliment pasta very well. How often do you see sardines served in tomato sauce? Quite often actually. Tuna is another common fish most use but my only concern with it is its lack of fat. If you’re on a more conventional diet, then Tuna would be the fish of choice but here we’re trying to get in our fat and carbs. Sardines, have those nutrients we’re looking for. The ones I’ve used, Wild Planet Sardines in Marinara Sauce, has 12 grams of fat and 21 grams of protein.

Are Sardines Keto Friendly?

With that said, sardines are very much keto friendly. Much more friendlier than tuna and any other variety. If you check out my Keto Diet Grocery List, you’ll find canned Sardines are one of the better options for going on keto since it boasts a high level of fat.

Want to see other keto friendly ingredients? Check out my Keto Grocery Shopping Guide.

Can Canned Sardines be cooked?

In actuality, the sardines in the cans are already cooked. You can eat these as they are but most would prefer to have them heated. However, always make sure you read the labels as there are always exceptions. Because they’ve been cooked, my recipe does not need them to stay in the frying pan for a long period of time. Just a few minutes will do.

Keto Sardines in oil or water?

Since canned sardines are all just about the same in price range. If you’re on a budget, you might as well get the sardines in oil since, again, there are higher levels of fat. It also saves you some change and more in the long run. This way, you won’t have to supplement the oil in other ways. Case and point, when we compare:

	Fat (g)	Protein (g)	Carbs (g)
Wild Planet Sardines in Water	8	18	0
Wild Planet Sardines in EVO Oil	11	18	0

In this event, you will see that having the sardines in oil adds an extra 3 grams of fat!

Why Shirataki Noodles?

The objective of keto is having a low carb diet. Since that is the name of the game, the recipe was created in mind to keep carbs as low as possible. I’ve had my fair share of these konjac noodles and these are the closest I’ve found to spaghetti. I can’t imagine using any other low carb substitute (such as zucchini noodles) as they do not carry the same texture and consistency. The closest I’ve found to actual spaghetti has been shirataki noodles and the best part is they carry no carbs!

Want to get rid of the smell of Shirataki Noodles? Check out how to cook Shirataki Noodles.

How to make Keto Sardine Pasta

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Keto Sardine Pasta

This keto sardine recipe is great for when you need something quick and easy with ingredients lying around the house.

Course dinner, Keto, Lunch, Main Course, Pescatarian

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword keto, low carb, marinara, sardine, shirataki, tomato

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings

Calories 253.7kcal

Equipment

Frying Pan

Ingredients

Meat

125 grams Sardines

Veggies

2 cloves Garlic Minced
2 whole Crimini Mushrooms Sliced
1 tspn Capers
75 grams Cherry Tomatoes

Other

1 package Shirataki Noodles

Garnish/Toppings

1 tbsp MCT Oil
Basil
Chili Flakes (optional for a extra kick)
1/2 whole Avocado
1 whole Lemon

Instructions

Cook Shirataki Noodles

Follow the package instructions. If not, I can show you how to cook shirataki noodles.
Note: I found that one package may not be enough for noodle lovers. If you love noodles I suggest getting two packages or 4 servings of shirataki noodles for 2 people.

Gather all the Ingredients

Slice the Crimini Mushrooms. Mince the Garlic. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Chop the basils. Drain the capers.

Prep the Sauce

In medium heat, warm the frying pan. After a minute, drizzle about a teaspoon of oil. Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes. Cook tomatoes for about 2 minutes or until the skin softens and wrinkles.
Move veggies to the side. Add in Sardines, mushrooms, and capers. Let it heat up and break apart. Mix with veggies.
Add Shirataki Noodles. Stir for about a minute. Keto Sardines Pasta is now ready.
Pour MCT oil for additional fat. Garnish with Basil and/or chili pepper flakes as desired. Place avocado slices on side of plate. Squeeze lemon wedges as desired

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Keto Sardine Pasta

Amount Per Serving

Calories 253.7 Calories from Fat 178

% Daily Value*

Fat 19.8g30%

Saturated Fat 9.7g61%

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g

Monounsaturated Fat 4.2g

Cholesterol 30mg10%

Sodium 377.5mg16%

Potassium 335.2mg10%

Carbohydrates 9.4g3%

Fiber 5.6g23%

Sugar 1.3g1%

Protein 13g26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Easy Spicy Keto Pad Thai Recipe

June 9, 2019 by Rich

I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who didn’t enjoy Pad Thai. Now that I’m taking on a keto diet, my cravings have been stronger than ever. What’s the best way to fill the void? To make a keto version of Pad Thai, of course! My keto pad thai dish is for those who like to live on the spicy side. The best part is that it’s easy to make!

Last updated: June 29, 2020

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How about the Keto Pad Thai Sauce?
Is Fish Sauce Keto?
What is Monkfruit Sweetener?
Why Chicken Thighs?
What other Ingredients were substituted?
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Is Pad Thai Keto Friendly?

Generally, no. Traditional Pad Thai has a few main ingredients I’ll cover in my post:

Rice Noodles
Palm Sugar
Fish Sauce
Tamarind

There are a bunch of other variations that use seafood and many other ingredients but for simplicity purposes we’ll leave it to these 4 main ones.

1.) As long as rice noodles are being used then it cannot be keto friendly. Instead, I’ve substituted the noodles for shirataki noodles. They’re made out of the roots of Konjac Yam which are found throughout East Asia. They have close to zero carbs which makes it absolutely keto friendly!

2.) Another common ingredient is palm sugar. Just as its name implies, there is sugar in this Thai favorite. With my recipe, I’m going to replace it with Monkfruit Sweetener to capture some of the sweetness found in Pad Thai. See: What is monk fruit sweetener?

3.) Traditional Fish Sauce is commonly made with sugar therefore, I suggest using a different kind of brand. See: Is Fish Sauce Keto?

4.) With tamarind, this one’s a major no-no as it contains net carbs of 23 grams. The form commonly used is the paste which is highly concentrated and we can’t have that to stay in ketosis. Instead, I’ll be using lime to capture it’s tanginess and monkfruit for its sweetness.

How about the Keto Pad Thai Sauce?

Traditionally Pad Thai uses a mix of tamarind, fish sauce, and palm sugar to make their addictive pad thai sauce. This mix is made prior to cooking and is poured over the veggies and meats while they’re stir-fried. For my recipe, I’ve keto-fied it by subbing them in for lime, fish sauce, coconut aminos, and monkfruit sweetener.

Is Fish Sauce Keto?

Here’s the thing about fish sauce. Some are preserved for a long time and blended with some fillers and sugar. I hate to recommend just one brand but I’ve only seen one that’s safest for keto-ers. This one’s called the Red Boat Premium Fish Sauce. They boast only having two ingredients: freshly caught wild anchovies and sea salt. I’ve heard Costco carries them so you may want to check for them there. I’ve also seen them at Wholes Food Market. If not, you can always order them at Amazon.

So maybe that’s a good business to get into is keto fish sauce. There’s barely any competition. Maybe one day you’ll see me strike a deal on Shark Tank.

Want to see other keto friendly ingredients? Check out my Keto Grocery Shopping Guide.

What is Monkfruit Sweetener?

For those who don’t know what Monkfruit is, it’s a natural sweetener extracted from monk fruit, native to Southeast Asia. I advise using monk fruit as an alternative to sugar because it has zero calories and 100-150 times sweeter than sugar especially if you want to stay in ketosis! The one I’m using in my recipe is made by Lakanto which is very popular in the Asian Keto community and praised by many keto leaders such as Thomas Delauer and Drew Manning. You can find this brand and many others at your local Wholes Food Market, Sprouts, and Trader Joes or you can get them at Amazon.

Why Chicken Thighs?

Chicken thighs are used here simply because of the fat content. The thighs are the fattiest part of a chicken at 10.9 grams of fat. Compare that to the chicken breast at almost 4 grams of total fat which more than doubles the fat count. For this reason, I recommend the boneless and skinless chicken thigh.

What other ingredients were substituted?

Before I go into other substitutions I wanted to go into my thought process a little bit. For my recipe, my number one purpose is to make it keto friendly. Second, the recipe should be easy and convenient using ingredients found at your nearest major grocery store. With that said, lets review. I’ve substituted the tamarind for lime and monkfruit sweetener. I know, not exactly a 1 to 1 substitution but you have to trust me on this. And as mentioned above, the only fish sauce keto friendly is the Red Boat one and Soy Sauce will have to be replaced with Coconut Aminos.

Now that we got that out of the way, the other ingredients are pecans. Traditionally crushed peanuts are used but I found pecan has more of a naturally sweet flavor with an amazing 2 net carbs per serving, 20 grams of fat compared to peanuts at 2.75 grams/17.75 grams of fat. Either way, you can use either, I personally prefer pecan due to the higher fat and lower carbs.

Instead of bean sprouts, which can be high in carbs if you’re purchasing soybean ones, I’ve subbed it for shredded cabbage. The one I’m using has a mix of shredded red and green cabbages with julienned carrots from Trader Joe’s. Please see the picture below. It made my life so much easier. That’s pretty much it! After trying out the recipe you will find it doesn’t taste too far from the traditional version.

How to make Spicy Keto Pad Thai

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Keto Pad Thai Produce and Meats Needed — Produce and meats you’ll need.

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Easy Spicy Keto Pad Thai

This recipe was made for the spicy eater who doesn't have much time to cook and prepare.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian, Thai

Keyword keto, low carb, low carb noodles, pad thai, shirataki

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings people

Calories 552.6kcal

Author Rich

Equipment

Frying Pan or Wok

Ingredients

Meat

1 piece Boneless Skinless Chicken Thigh (or ¼ lb of chicken)

Veggies for cooking

¾ cup Shredded Cabbage (substution for bean sprouts)
¼ cup Julienned Carrots
1 piece Brunoised Jalapeno
2 Minced Garlic cloves

Garnish/Toppings

½ cup Crushed Pecan
1 tbsp MCT Oil
¼ cup Cilantro coursely chopped You can also use Dried Cilantro
1 stalk Chopped Scallion
1 tbsp Crushed Peppers or Ground Cayenne for extra spice
4 wedges Lime

Sauce for cooking

1½ tbsp Coconut Aminos
1½ tbsp Fish Sauce
½ tspn Monkfruit Sweetener Add more if you like it sweeter
⅓ Freshly Squeezed Lime

Other

7 oz Shirataki Noodles
1 whole Egg
2 tbsp Avocado Oil (or Olive oil)

Instructions

Shirataki Noodles

Follow the package instructions. If not, I can show you how to cook shirataki noodles.
Note: I found that one package may not be enough for noodle lovers. If you love noodles I suggest getting two packages or 4 servings of shirataki noodles for 2 people.

Gather all the ingredients

Prep all the ingredients. Cut the chicken into small strips. Brunoise the jalapeno. Mince Garlic. Chop the scallions and cilantro. Cut the lime into wedges. Beat egg.
Bring together the ingredients.
Pro tip: Separate the ingredients into two groups, one for cooking and the other for garnishing.

Let's Make the Sauce!

Combine the sauce ingredients together: Coconut Aminos, fish sauce, monkfruit sweetener, and lime juice. Make sure monkfruit is fully dissolved.

Time to cook!

In a frying pan, heat 1 tablespoons of oil on medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle. Then, remove and transfer to a plate. Let the pan cool down for about 1 minute before returning it to the burner.
Now lower heat to medium. Add in another tablespoon of oil. Throw in jalapeno, and then garlic. Let it cook for about 30 seconds. Turn heat on medium high. Then throw in the chicken that was cooked earlier.
Turn heat on medium high. Add in shredded cabbage and carrots. Stir fry veggies and chicken for about 30 seconds.
Then move veggies and chicken to the side. Pour beated eggs to pan and scramble with spatula for about 30 seconds. Stir with chicken and veggies.
Pour in half of the pad thai sauce over the chicken and veggies, then throw noodles in. Stir fry for about 2 more minutes. Your Keto Pad Thai is ready for toppings!
Protip: I reccomend using half the sauce but everyone has different taste preferences. If you find it too salty or not salty enough feel free to tweak it according to your tastes. If you have extra you can save it in a jar and use for next time.

Toppings

Transfer the Pad Thai to a plate served family style or to individual plates.
Add in the toppings (ie pecans, limes, MCT oil, scallions, cilantro, crushed peppers) based on my reccomended amont or by your personal tastes.
Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Easy Spicy Keto Pad Thai

Amount Per Serving

Calories 552.6 Calories from Fat 437

% Daily Value*

Fat 48.6g75%

Saturated Fat 12.7g79%

Polyunsaturated Fat 9.8g

Monounsaturated Fat 24.6g

Cholesterol 138mg46%

Sodium 610mg27%

Potassium 387.6mg11%

Carbohydrates 21.4g7%

Fiber 10.5g44%

Sugar 4.3g5%

Protein 15.5g31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Easy Keto Ramen – How to make it yummy and amazing!

May 17, 2019 by Rich

Say no more to ramen cravings. With this easy Keto ramen recipe, I will show you how to make low carb noodles in as little as 30 minutes. This recipe was made in mind for those who don’t have much time cooking and like to get their dinner out of the way without sacrificing deliciousness. Perfectly fine to be enjoyed either as a main entree or as a side dish.

Last updated: June 29, 2020

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When I first started keto I had to part ways with so many of my favorite dishes. I also had to say goodbye to a lot of eating out. One of my biggest sacrifices was the ramen bowl. Who can resist that hearty smell of pork broth? I sure couldn’t. Even worse, was smelling it hundreds of yards away at every parking lot and shopping centers. In the Bay Area, ramen shops are a dime a dozen!

Can I eat Ramen on Keto?

The easy, short answer is no. You cannot have ramen on keto simply because of the traditional ingredients used; they are not keto. In order to understand why let’s break down ramen bowls which consists of three major categories of ingredients: (1) Noodles, (2) Flavors, and (3) Toppings. Let’s delve a little deeper.

Traditional Noodles

Like many diets, there are bound to be conflicting pieces of information and confusing language thrown around. Ramen noodles, in all of its tradition, is not keto friendly whatsoever as it is served with noodles made of buckwheat. As a matter of fact, most noodles are not keto friendly which unfortunately includes favorites like the rice noodles used in pho and pad thai. Luckily there are a couple of valid substitutions for keto:

Noodles made out of vegetables such as squash or zucchini
Shirataki (more on that later)
Kelp Noodles

Traditional Ramen Flavors

Typically ramen comes in 4 styles of flavors:

Shoyu or Soy Sauce in Japanese
Shio or Salt in Japanese
Miso, a paste made from fermented soybeans
Tonkatsu or pork-based broth

By the process of elimination, in a Keto diet, the Miso and the Soy Sauce flavors are not keto as both miso and soy sauce falls within the legume food family. So no to Miso and Shoyu but the good news is that there are substitutions that taste just like soy sauce such as Coconut Aminos that can be switched. That leaves Shio and Tonkatsu which are perfectly fine to eat. In the case of my keto ramen recipe, it is closer to the shoyu flavor.

Traditional Ramen Toppings

Tradtional Miso Ramen w/ negi, corn, chashu, ajitsuke tamago, wakame, and menma

Now, the third part of ramen is the toppings. This is the fun part:

Toppings	Net Carbs
Chashu (Pork slices)	See Note
Negi (Green Onion)	4 g
Ajitsuke Tamago (Seasoned Egg)	See Note
Moyashi (Bean Sprouts)	1 g
Menma (Fermented Bamboo Shoots)	3 g
Nori (Roasted Seaweed)	0 g
Naruto Kamaboko (Fish Cake)	3 g
Enoki mushroom	5 g
Corn	16 g
Butter	0 g
Wakame	1 g
Olive oil	0 g
Minced Garlic	1 g

*Note: Chashu and Ajitsuke Tamago are not whole ingredients therefore their net carbs will depend entirely on its recipe. Traditionally, chashu and ajitsuke tamago are made with non-keto ingredients such as sugar, soy sauce, cooking rice wine, and sake thus Carb calculation would not be possible to list.

Most of the toppings above can be regarded as keto as they are relatively low in carbs (minus the Chashu, ajitsuke tamago, and corn). For the most part, keto allows some possibilities that really depends on your goals, the type of keto you follow (strict, lazy, dirty), and your daily carb intake. But if you are strict, then it’s better to strip away as many processed ingredients as possible.

Today, using my recipe I’ve uncovered a way for all of us keto-holics to enjoy ramen. Sure, it’s not exactly the same as the traditional way but we get the best of both worlds using my recipe.

Are Ramen Noodles Keto Friendly?

Finally, we can answer this question after explaining what traditional ramen is. As mentioned earlier, traditionally and seen in the majority of ramen restaurants throughout the world, ramen noodles are made with wheat flour which is a huge no-no in the keto diet. Fortunately, there are many types of noodles out there made with all kinds of ingredients. As mentioned prior, the ramen noodles (including my recipe) can be substituted for (1) Squash/Zucchini Noodles, (2) Shirataki Noodles, and lastly (3) Kelp Noodles. Out of all these, Shirataki Noodles are the best for this situation which takes us to the next question.

Then, how do I order Keto Ramen?

Your best bet is not ordering ramen at all at a restaurant if you’re serious about keto as you don’t really know what these restaurants put in their ramen. Who knows what other non-keto ingredients may be added in the kitchen where you can’t see anything. Fortunately, if you’re on a dirty keto or have a lenient policy, then what I suggest you could do is this:

Ask them to replace the noodles with vegetables.
Instead of chashu go for the egg instead.
Always go with tonkatsu. It’s massively rich in pork fat. This should cover the fat requirements.
Skip the ramen altogether and order sides such as edamame, salad, and ask for just the tonkatsu broth on the side.

Just note that not all ramen places do this and you may get a strange look. Just wanted to give you a heads up and don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Are there any substitutions for the Soft Boiled Egg and Keto Chashu?

If you’re even shorter on time, then you can certainly substitute these items for those that are already prepped ahead at your local grocery store. For instance, instead of making the soft boiled eggs, you can purchase hard boiled eggs and for keto chashu, you can purchase smoked uncured bacon. Sure you’ll still have to cook it but there’s no slicing involved which could cut some time off. They won’t taste exactly the same as my recipe but if you’re in a rush, you’re in a rush!

How to Make Easy Keto Ramen Noodles: The Recipe

What You’ll Need

If you have any questions, leave a comment below or send me a message and I’ll try my best to answer them. Anywho, most of the ingredients I purchase are from retailers that most should have access to such as Amazon, Wholes Food Market, Albertson’s subsidiaries, Walmart, and Kroger.

The Pork Belly is convenient because it’s sold at Wholes Food Market. I just buy half a pound which should be more than enough if you’re making the keto ramen for 2 people. The only item here that maybe difficult to find if you’re in a rural area is the enoki mushrooms. You can find these easily at an Asian Grocery store but if it’s unavailable you can substitute it for Shiitake or Crimini mushrooms.

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Easy Keto Ramen Noodles

This keto ramen is for anyone on the keto diet looking to shake things up a bit from the usual diet of eggs and avocados.

Course Main Course, Side Dish, Soup

Cuisine American, Japanese

Keyword keto, noodles, ramen, shirataki, soup

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings

Calories 606.9kcal

Author Rich

Ingredients

For Broth

4 cups Chicken Bone Broth
2 tbsp Coconut Aminos
1 knob Ginger
2 cloves Garlic
1 bulb Scallion

Keto Chashu

66 grams Pork Belly
1 tbsp Coconut Aminos
½ tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tbsp Olive Oil

Toppings

1 Stalk Green Onion
2 Soft Boiled Egg 1 egg for each serving
1 Stalk Bok Choy or 100 grams of Bok Choy
40 grams Enoki Mushroom
2 pieces Roasted Nori
1 tbsp MCT Oil optional. Can also use coconut or more olive oil. 1 TBSP per serving.
1 tspn Minced Garlic

Noodles

7 ounces Shirataki Noodles

Instructions

Prep the broth

Gather ingredients and set up like so.
Crush 2 cloves of garlic and a knob of ginger. Chop off the scallion root end, cut off about 1.5 inch of the scallion stalk, and slice the rest. Dispose the root end, hold on to the green slices for the toppings part of recipe.
Pour 4 cups of Bone Broth into pot, then pour in coconut aminos. Put crushed garlic, scallion stalk, and crushed ginger in Bone Broth.
Heat pot on medium-high. Once it boils, lower temperature to low and let simmer until noodles and toppings are ready. Add salt to taste.

Soft Boiled Eggs

In another pot, put eggs in it. Fill pot up with cool water, add a pinch of salt (I used Pink Himalayan Salt), then place on stove top to boil. Once water comes to a rolling boil, shut off heat. Place lid on pot and let it sit for 5 minutes. Once 5 minutes is up, drain hot water and run cold water over the eggs. Fill pot with cold water to let it cool down (about 10 minutes). Once cooled, peel eggs and cut in half.

Blanch the veggies

Gather the Bok Choy and Enoki Mushrooms. Trim the Bok Choy stem off and chop off the root end of the enoki mushroom as pictured. Then, in rolling boiled water, put veggies in for 2 minutes. Remove and let cool. Your veggies are ready.

Prep the Shirataki Noodles

Remove shirataki noodles from package and let it freshen up in cool water for about 20 seconds.
Boil water in another pot. Once it comes to a rolling boil put shirataki noodles in for about 2 minutes and then transfer over to strainer. Run cold water over it to let it cool. Then place the noodles on a frying pan and let it dry over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
Pro tip: If you're great at multitasking you can combine the shirataki noodles and veggie blanching steps together instead of having to boil water twice.
Still having trouble and what to do with that fishy smell? Check out my detailed instructions on how to cook shirataki noodles.

"Keto Chashu"

Slice pork belly to about 1 cm each and gather ingredients like so.
Heat skillet or frying pan to medium high. In about 1.5 minutes, the pan is ready. Put in olive oil. Let oil warm (about 1 minute). Add in pork belly one slice at a time, turning once.
When both sides are brown (3-4 minutes); stir in coconut amino and apple cider vinegar. Stir so pork belly absorbs the flavors. Remove from heat and let dry on paper towel.
Pro tip: Be careful of oil splattering. Purchase a Splatter Guard to prevent any burns.

Style your Bowl!

You're now ready to make your bowl! Gather ingredients like so.
Grab a bowl. Place toppings (Keto Chashu, Nori, minced garlic, scallions, bok choi, enoki mushrooms, and soft boiled egg) on top of the shirataki noodles.
Ladle the broth onto the bowl.
Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition

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Nutrition Facts

Easy Keto Ramen Noodles

Amount Per Serving (2 g)

Calories 606.9 Calories from Fat 410

% Daily Value*

Fat 45.5g70%

Saturated Fat 22.9g143%

Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g

Monounsaturated Fat 14.9g

Cholesterol 209.8mg70%

Sodium 694.3mg30%

Potassium 266mg8%

Carbohydrates 13.1g4%

Fiber 3.1g13%

Sugar 4.9g5%

Protein 31.7g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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