Keto Pesto ‘Pasta’

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Keto Pesto Pasta
Keto Pesto Konjac Shirataki Pasta

“I have blogged about konjac (shirataki) noodles before – they are the bomb! Made out of the konjac root, companies (over time) have perfected a noodle-looking food that is virtually carb-free, I can fool myself into thinking I am enjoying a good pasta. They are high in fibre, very filling and even look like the real thing. Available in ‘rice’, ‘noodles’, ‘penne’ and ‘fettuccine’ (< my favourite), they are indeed a godsend for those on keto / low-carb diets. You also cannot go wrong with an excellent homemade Basil Pesto. My recipe is unbeatable and I highly encourage you to whip up a batch at home – you will never eat store-bought again. By all means, add a lovely portion of grilled chicken to it, just include it in your macros.” – Monya

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Best-ever Homemade Basil Pesto (Keto)

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Homemade Basil Pesto Keto
Keto Basil Pesto

“Homemade basil pesto doesn’t last very long in our home due to its versatility, dynamite flavour and the ease of which it is made. Spend two extra minutes toasting the pine kernels and lightly frying the rawness out of the garlic and you will be good to go. Fresh pesto is superior to anything you will buy in the store – nothing beats it. It is fresher in flavour, and more vibrant in colour. This recipe makes a small tub (approximately 175g / 6oz), or 4 servings as calculated.” – Monya

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Overnight Blueberry Chia Breakfast Pots (Keto)

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Overnight Blueberry Chia Breakfast Pots Keto

“These overnight blueberry chia breakfast pots are a godsend for those who need a grab-and-go breakfast. Five minutes of prep the night before is all it takes for a low-carb, high-fibre breakfast that ticks all the boxes. I suggest you double or triple the batch (using the handy plugin) to make it last for several busy weekday mornings. Come Saturday, you can take the time to prepare a bacon and egg fry-up. Oh, how we love keto!” – Monya

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Stir-fried Greens with Bacon (Keto)

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Stir-fried Greens with Bacon Keto

“Everything tastes awesome with bacon with its lovely salty, smokiness. This side dish of stir-fried greens with bacon is sensational! A large portion of this could easily stand as a meal on its own, but it would be better for your macros if this recipe was made for two as a side dish and served alongside a nice portion of protein, such as pork chops. TIP: use only the sliced white parts of leeks as the green ends are bitter. Be sure to check out all the other Side Dishes on the site.” – Monya

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Spicy Rosemary Roasted Nuts (Keto)

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Spicy Rosemary Roasted Nuts Keto
Keto Spicy Rosemary Nuts

“Nuts are an ideal keto snack as they are high in fat and fibre. However, the amount you snack on should be monitored. Peanuts are frowned upon as a ‘clean’ keto snack, but there are plenty of other tasty options. These roasted nuts are moreish with a lovely hint of rosemary and a spicy kick from the cayenne pepper which you can adjust according to your preference. I scatter over a very small pinch of powdered erythritol as soon as it comes out of the oven, but this is entirely optional. Since you are roasting and seasoning the nuts yourself, please purchase unroasted, unsalted whole nuts for this recipe. If you like this recipe, you will LOVE the Roasted Macadamia Nuts (my personal favourite).” – Monya

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Roasted Coconut Broccoli (Keto)

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Roasted Coconut Broccoli Keto

“A super-simple two-ingredient dish of coconut roasted broccoli that ticks all the boxes as the perfect keto side dish. We have several times a week to accompany our chicken, fish or braai (BBQ) meat. And, we love it to the point of craving it! The stems soften and melt in your mouth, while the florets caramelise and crisp up. The best part is the heavenly coconutty flavour.” – Monya

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Cauliflower-crust Pizza with Pepperoni (Keto)

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Cauliflower-crust Pizza with Pepperoni Keto
Cauliflower-crust Pizza with Pepperoni Keto

“I know I am coming late to the cauliflower-crust pizza, but I wanted to try it myself and develop a recipe that is tasty and works! Follow my version below and your gut will thank you. It’s not only high in fibre, but with the addition of low carb toppings, you could fool yourself that you are having The Real Thing. 1 pizza = 2 servings, and it comes in at 11g carbs per serving (including toppings). If you aren’t convinced, try out my Fathead Pizza Base, which is just as delicious!” – Monya

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Best ever Keto Brownies

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Keto Brownies
Best Keto Chocolate Brownies

“Bribing Funnyman with my keto brownies is a nifty way to get him to do stuff around the house. He loves them! They are the perfect size to hit the sweet spot and also make great fat bombs. I don’t have a sweet tooth at all, so making a batch of these along with other sweet treats is my way of showing him how much I love him. Cooking is my language of love! The brownies store well in the fridge, but can be frozen individually after cooling and slicing. We always have double cream in the house, so Funnyman reheats the brownies slightly and pours a little cream over. Happy Husband = Happy Wifey. UPDATE: I have taken this recipe off this blog because I worked very hard to bring you a new-and-improved version that now features in my cookbook Keto Kitchen.” – Monya

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Keto Blueberry Lollies

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Keto Blueberry Lollies
Keto Blueberry Ice Lollies

“Funnyman wasn’t entirely convinced when I broached the subject of doing keto with me. He has a massive sweet tooth and the thought of giving up his after-dinner treats didn’t sit well with him. These keto blueberry lollies were the first thing I made him when he joined me on our keto journey. I soon become a lolly-making machine!” – Monya

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Charred Padron Peppers (Keto)

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Charred Padron Peppers Keto
Charred Padron Peppers Keto

“The first time I had padron peppers was in Barafina in Soho, London around 2015 or 2016. Funnyman and I were drowning our sorrows. I cannot recall exactly why, but I suspect it was something financial. The irony was that we sat in this restaurant for about 4 hours and ordered three-quarters of the tapas menu items washed down with plenty of wine. This was obviously in life before keto. Whatever was bothering us that night was soon forgotten (along with our financial common sense). However, it was the padrón peppers that were memorable for me. Eaten whole, this is a risky little appetiser as some are hot and some are not. They are simply the perfect appetiser for someone who likes to live on the edge and I was delighted when I saw they are now readily available at the supermarket. I have made this several times and never encountered a spicy one, so perhaps not that risky after all?” – Monya

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Greek Village Salad (Keto)

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Greek Village Salad Keto
Greek Village Salad Keto

“Funnyman took me to Santorini in 2015 where we spent 8 days in the sun, drinking Ouzo and eating our body weight in food! However, Greece did ruin tomatoes for me. The tomatoes there are simply heavenly – and any tomato you eat after visiting the Med will disappoint. If you can, opt for organic, deep-red, on-the-vine, and tomatoes that almost seem over-ripe. And, please don’t store tomatoes in the fridge.” – Monya

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Greens with Crackling Crumb (Keto)

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Greens with Crackling Crumb Keto
Greens with Crackling Crumb Keto

“While I simply love meat, a lot of my attention is focussed on the accompanying side dishes. Think further than frozen vegetables, because there are a multitude of things you could do with salads or cooked fresh vegetables making them interesting and fun. Here is one that is packed with flavour and can be served warm – or as a cool salad at your next braai (BBQ). Be sure to also check out the other Side Dish ideas on the site.” – Monya

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Thai Steak Salad (Keto)

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Thai Steak Salad Keto
Thai Steak Salad Keto

“Having been to Thailand twice in my travels, I think its fair to say how incredible and fresh the flavours are, and there is a strong Asian influence in this steak salad. It is fast, simple and satisfying. If you like the idea of combining steak with Asian flavours, you may also like my Low-carb Pho Bo.” – Monya

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Best-ever Keto Smoked Salmon Salad

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Keto Smoked Salmon Salad
Keto Smoked Salmon Salad

“This has to be one of my favourite salads to throw together. Apart from the deliciously fatty salmon and avocado generously covered in fresh lemon juice, it boasts capers, toasted pine nuts and shaved Parmesan. That’s just about all my favourite ingredients in one fairly posh salad.” – Monya

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