Keto Chilli Sauce (for the brave)

Keto Chilli Sauce

“I hope you love this spicy chilli condiment as much as Funnyman did (it lasted three days in our house!). Its a quick and easy method, but you will notice that I don’t cook all of the blitzed mixture. I still wanted some of that “fresh” element and I think it makes all the difference! The macros are calculated as one serving being 2 teaspoons which I weighed as 20g (0.7oz), so adjust accordingly if you decide to have less or more with your meal. Fold through mayonnaise or create a Chilli Compound Butter like I did – the possibilities are endless.” – Monya

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Easy Smoked Mackerel Pate (Keto)

Smoked Mackerel Pate Keto

“Super easy and deliciously creamy – this easy smoked mackerel pate is an excellent way to increase your intake of Omega-3. I based the macros on a 50g (1.8oz) serving, which is a very generous amount spread over two large crackers, making it perfect to put out for the family as a snack. It kept well (covered) in the fridge for 3 days, and we enjoyed it over my Keto Mixed Seed Crackers, as pictured (cracker’s macros not included). If you have any smoked mackerel to spare, throw it in a lovely fresh salad like I did here. ” – Monya

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Sausage and Creamy Turmeric Spinach Bake (Keto)

Sausage and Creamy Turmeric Spinach Bake Keto

“This was an accidental creation of mine which I then had to recreate for this blog! Dynamite flavours come from the turmeric cream sauce which bake away in cooked spinach and pork sausages. I labelled this low carb and not keto as many sausages aren’t entirely keto-friendly. They often contain potato starch, gluten and several other things we try and steer clear from. However, I would be lying if I said I don’t indulge in delicious porkies once in a while – but when I do, I always opt for Tesco’s Finest Sausages which are 97% pork and come in at only 1.5g per two sausages: not bad. If you like the idea of this recipe, be sure to also check out my Sausage and Cauliflower Bake on this site – its equally lush!” – Monya

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Bacon and Chive Fat Bombs (Keto)

Bacon and Chive Fat Bombs Keto

“I rarely feel truly hungry (a quick high-five to the keto lifestyle), but I do still enjoy a quick, convenient snack. On days when my biltong or droe wors has not yet dried (or times in lock-down when we had no nuts or pork scratchings in the house), these little morsels made a fantastic high fat snack to satiate us until dinnertime.(Dinner is usually when we have our only proper meal of the day – and its usually something special that I take my time with – here are some ideas as to what I make at suppertime in casa de Palmer!). Enjoy these delicious balls of flavour – they freeze well making your once-a-week-effort worth the time and effort!” – Monya

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Vegetable Gruyere Bake (Keto)

Vegetable Gruyere Bake Keto

“We always have broccoli, cauliflower and double cream in the fridge. I have played around with so many different ways to use them up. Here, I wanted the beautiful, unique flavour Gruyere cheese to feature because I its flavour! I also added a pinch of ground paprika to give a slightly different flavour dimension. Whip this out at your next Sunday roast, your family will love the rich decadence!” – Monya

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Chicken Wings in Chilli Marinade (Keto)

Chicken Wings in Chilli Marinade Keto

“This is a spicy, fresh marinade that you can make yourself at home with only a tiny amount of effort. Despite the fact that there are 5 chillies in the marinade, the end-result is not as fiery-hot as you might think. You will love these chicken wings in chilli marinade over these BBQ this summer!” – Monya

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Blueberry Cheesecake Lollies (Keto)

Blueberry Cheesecake Lollies Keto

“Creamy, delicious with a sweet, tart element, these blueberry cheesecake lollies are a fabulous ending to your BBQs this summer! Funnyman loves them, so I bet this means the kids will too!” – Monya

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Creamy Garlic Broccoli with Tomato Relish (Keto)

Creamy Garlic Broccoli with Tomato Relish Keto

“I love cream-baked broccoli! Its a simple dish which I throw together quite often. In this version, however, I enhanced the creamy mixture with soured cream and full-fat cream cheese. I then served the bake with one of my favourite homemade condiments: a quick relish made from finely chopped tomatoes and garlic. This dish is very rich and indulgent and will suitably serve 4 as a side veg option.” – Monya

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Spicy Paprika Macadamia Nuts (Keto)

Spicy Paprika Macadamia Nuts Keto

“Next to biltong and droewors, NUTS are probably the most popular go-to snack in our house. They just tick all the boxes as a perfect keto snack: high in fat, fibre and protein. We try and steer clear of the store-bought roasted nuts for several reasons: many mixed nuts packets (while convenient) usually include peanuts and almost always feature vegetable oil – two things which should be avoided on keto. However… in the spirit of being honest and transparent, I would be lying if I said we didn’t always have a packet kicking about. Anyway, honesty aside… during COVID-19 lock down, I found a packet of halved macadamia nuts in the pantry and got to work straight away when Funnyman said he was craving something spicy as a snack. These did not last long in our house – they were delicious!” – Monya

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Keto BBQ Ribs in Tamari and Skinny Maple Syrup

BBQ Ribs in Tamari and Skinny Maple Syrup Keto

“My butcher hooked me up with a whopping kilogram of pork ribs recently! So, I got to work creating a delicious glaze to brush over them while we braaied one day. I used tamari (gluten-free soy sauce) and the delicious The Skinny Food Co Sugar-free Maple Syrup along with other few bits. These keto BBQ ribs will sufficiently feed 4 hungry people. More importantly, I want to encourage you to please try technique of pre-cooking the ribs ahead of going onto the grill. The meat literally falls off the bone… its pure heaven!” – Monya

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Ultimate Skinny Beer Bread (Keto)

Ultimate Skinny Beer Bread Keto

“When I was younger, I was always asked to bring along a loaf of one of my “legendary” Beer Breads to friends and family BBQs. The flavour was indescribable and deserved its popularity. I even joked with everyone that I would leave the recipe in a Last Will and Testament for loved ones! After going keto, I often thought about that bread and hoped one day I would attempt a low carb version. Funnyman discovered SkinnyBrands® Lager. I immediately got to work! One bottle (330ml / 11.2 fl.oz) comes in at only 3g carbs per serving. As far as I know, SkinnnyBrands® is a UK company, so for my readers from other parts of the world, try this recipe using the lowest carb beer you can get your paws on. After a little research, Michelob Ultra comes in very low, so that may be a good option.” – Monya

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Cod with Brown Butter and Capers (Keto)

Cod with Brown Butter and Capers Keto

“This is a very simple fish dinner that requires only a little effort. Skinless cod fillets are very gently baked in the oven while butter is browned and infused with garlic on the stove top. After straining, I warm the butter through with little capers (which add great bursts of salty flavour) then pour it over the fish along with a generous squeeze of lemon. The night we enjoyed this, we had it with Fresh Tomato and Garlic relish which was an excellent accompaniment and highly recommended. I have not included the macros for this condiment because it is optional. However, it was sensational and I highly recommend you include it.” – Monya

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Celeriac Parmesan Chips (Keto)

Celeriac Parmesan Chips Keto

“I have been meaning to share my celeriac chip recipe for a while now. However, I wanted to give it some more ‘kick’ in terms of spicy flavour. Here, I partially cook my celeriac batons in boiling water, then allow them to drain off. My fat (I used lard) is infused with garlic powder and paprika. I then scatter over Parmesan in the last 5 minutes after letting them finish in the oven. This recipe is suitable for 4 as a side dish, but you can adjust the recipe if you wish to make a smaller or larger batch.” – Monya

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Ultimate Cauliflower Bake with Tomatoes and Basil (Keto)

Ultimate Cauliflower Bake with Tomatoes and Basil Keto

“Who doesn’t love a classic cauliflower bake? I have a delicious, easy recipe in my first book (Keto Kitchen), but I am all for ‘pimping’ the classics! My whole life revolves around food and flavour – and I think I ticked all the boxes with my latest cauli-bake. The creamy mixture is infused with basil and I added Parmesan (for extra richness and flavour) as well as tomatoes which add the most delicious sweetness. This dish came about by accident one night – just like all the best ones do.” – Monya

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Keto Chocolate Brownie Cake

Keto Chocolate Brownie Cake

“I created this brownie cake because Funnyman loves brownies and I like chocolate mousse. The texture is rich and dense and the “mousse ganache” layer (used to ice the cake too) is pure decadence. I suggest you use best quality 85% dark chocolate (I love Lindt®). This is best enjoyed at room temperature.” – Monya

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