Many people new to the paleo diet miss the beloved sandwich. Whether it's the childhood fondness of mom's peanut butter sandwich, or that huge submarine sandwich that you used to have at your local pub with friends, a pining for the warm and fuzzies attached to the sandwich is understandable. But if there is one thing that us paleo folks absolutely do not give in to, it's the gluten goblin of bread! Instead, we wrap our meat and veggies in lettuce leaves for the closest thing to a sandwich that a hunter-gatherer can make. And the spicy Asian-style flavor of these lettuce wraps are so delicious, you'll be happy to let the sandwich go the way ...
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Archives for September 2013
Easy Paleo Fried Fish Sticks
Easy Paleo Fried Fish Sticks
1/2 lb Trout ((or other white fish))2 in Eggs ((whiskeda bowl))2 c Almond flour ((seasoned to taste with onion powder garlic powder, salt and pepper, or your favorite paleo approved spice))1.5 c Coconut oil ((for frying))
Crack 2 eggs into a bowl, and gently whisk until they combine.Put almond flour into a shallow dish or bowl, and mix in seasonings such as onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper, or your favorite paleo approved spice to taste.Add coconut oil to a pan and heat on high.Cut your fish into 2 inch strips, dip them in egg batter, and dredge through the flour. Once covered, place ...
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Single Serving Egg Bake (for two)
Single Serving Egg Bake (for two)
1/2 c Spinach4 Eggs2 tbsp Butter1/2 c Tomatoes ((diced))Sea saltGarlic powderGround black pepper ((Fresh))2 Small oven safe baking dishes
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Place 1 tbsp of butter into each oven proof baking dish. Place the dishes in the oven while it is pre-heating, to melt the butter.Once the butter is melted, add tomatoes and spinach to the bottom of the dishes.Sprinkle each with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper to taste.Crack 2 eggs on top of veggies in each dish.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until eggs are set.
There are a million variations that can be made to ...
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Grilled Lemon Pepper Salmon
If you love salmon, especially salmon on the grill, this Grilled Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe will hit the spot!
You could get fancy, or lazy, and buy a pre-made lemon pepper seasoning, but I prefer to do it myself. In this post, I'll show you how to quickly and easily make your own lemon pepper seasoning with fresh lemon zest, so whether you consider yourself fancy or lazy, you can still be either one without much effort.
You see, I hate to do the dishes, so I just add the seasonings right onto my salmon instead of trying to mix them in a bowl first. I honestly just eyeball things until I think, “Yep, the fish looks seasoned!” Therefore, ...
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How to Make Paleo Mustard and Ketchup
Here are some simple paleo mustard and ketchup recipes that will make your next BBQ a hit and help you long forget about the store-bought versions.
Summertime is coming to an end, so now's the time to sneak in one last BBQ before it gets too cold. And no backyard BBQ is complete without a burger. How are you suppose to eat your paleo-friendly bunless burgers if you don't have some condiments, especially paleo mustard and ketchup to go with them?
Paleo mustard
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Paleo Ketchup
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Simple Paleo Spaghetti
Simple Paleo Spaghetti
1 lb Ground beef1 tbsp Bacon fat ((can substitute coconut oil))2/3 c Onions ((diced))2 tbsp garlic ((heaped minced))1 tbsp Oregano1 Bay leaf1 tsp Garlic powder1 tsp Onion powder1 tsp Red pepper ((crushed))28 oz Tomatoes ((diced))
Brown ground beef on medium in a deep saucepan or pot.Strain off fat (optional).In another small pan, sauté garlic, oregano, and onions until translucent.Add cooked onions, garlic, and oregano to the ground beef. Mix well.Add onion powder, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper to the meat mixture.Put canned diced tomatoes into the blender, and blend to desired consistency.Add ...
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How Do You Like Them Baked Apples?
If you're craving something sweet, but want to keep it somewhat healthy, be sure to try these easy baked apples. And by "baked", I mean we are going to use my beloved Crock-Pot. You can use any kind of apples that you like, but Macintosh apples are my favorite for this recipe. This is the perfect treat when the cool temperatures of autumn start to roll in. And pssst! A tablespoon or three of brown sugar added to the nut mixture may or may not tip things into the next realm of deliciousness. Don’t tell the Paleo Police I told you.
Baked Apples
5 in Apples ((cored or however many fityour crock pot))2 tbs Walnuts ...
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How to Start Eating Paleo Today
The most important step when transitioning to the paleo lifestyle is just getting started. And yet it's also the hardest. Here at the UPG, we get tons of questions from people around the world who are interested in living a healthier lifestyle, but who are just not sure how to get started. We take the guess work out of it, so that you can get started today, and your transformation can begin.
Step 1: Perform a kitchen makeover
As nice as it is to think you have all the willpower in the world, and that you can resist any and all temptations, especially when it comes to food, the truth is that you can't. It's been proven that willpower is ...
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Coconut Oil Chocolates
Coconut Oil Chocolates
1/2 c Coconut oil1/4 c Unsweetened cocoa powderStevia
Pour 1/2 c coconut oil into a small mixing bowl.Using a sieve, add cocoa powder to the coconut oil, and whisk to combine well. The sieve is a very useful tool in this step as it makes sure that the powder blends evenly with the oil.Once the coca powder is fully blended into the coconut oil, add a few dashes/drops of liquid or powdered stevia until you reach the desired sweetness. Please note that other sweeteners (such as honey or agave syrup) can be used, but keep in mind that they don’t blend as well with the oil. If you substitute a different ...
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Paleo and Fiber
I often get asked about the correlation between paleo and fiber, so I decided to dive deeper in this article.
Paleo and Fiber
A few questions that come up frequently when someone is looking to transition to a paleo lifestyle are related to fiber:
How will I get enough fiber if there are no grains allowed?
Don't "whole grains" and fiber help fight cholesterol?
Don't I need a certain amount of fiber in order to stay regular?
What are the best sources of fiber if I'm going paleo?
Fiber helps keep me full and is good for weight loss, right?
A lot of the information you'll read about fiber is not far off base - fiber does ...
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