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Homemade Sushi

Note: Sushi is a bit finicky, but makes a great meal. Only try this when you have time to play around and are feeling adventurous. Once you get the hang of it, it will become a staple meal: protein plus carbs in a convenient ‘to-go’ packaging.  Although the rolls you see in sushi restaurants typically […]

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Hawaiian Burger Inspired Chicken Skewers

Servings: 2-4 (easily doubled!) Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breast or thigh 8 oz ham (or bacon) 1 bell pepper 1 onion (or 1 c pearl onions) 2 Tbs coconut, avocado, or MCT oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2-inch piece ginger, minced 1/4 c pineapple juice For Serving: Mixed Greens or Butter/Romaine Lettuce Fresh tomato, sliced […]

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Barbecued Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Servings: 2-4 (easily doubled!) Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breast or thigh 2 Tbs coconut, avocado, or MCT oil 1/2 Tbs sesame oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2-inch piece ginger, minced 1 Tbs soy sauce 1 Tbs honey Directions: 1. Slice chicken into chunks (about 1″) and place in a large bowl. 2. Add remaining ingredients […]

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Barbecued Garlic Prawns (Shrimp)

Servings: 2-4 (easily doubled!) Ingredients: 1 bag (2 lb) frozen uncooked, peeled, deveined shrimp with tail on* * If you can’t find peeled; just defrost and remove shell! 2 Tbs coconut, avocado or MCT oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2-inch piece ginger, minced 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp dried basil (or other spice) *Skewers for […]

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Homemade Guacamole

Note: This can be made and served immediately, but the flavors are best after a few hours. Ingredients: 3 avocadoes 2 ripe tomatoes 1/2 onion 2 tsp lime juice 1-2 tsp hot sauce (adjust to desired spiciness) 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped (about 1/4 cup) Directions: 1. Finely dice […]

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Homemade Salsa

Note: This can be made and served immediately, but the flavors are best after a day or two! Try serving over eggs with a half an avocado for a terrific breakfast! Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes 1/2 onion 1 clove garlic, minced 1 jalapeno (optional) 1 tsp lime juice 1/2 to 1 tsp hot sauce (adjust […]

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Oatmeal Pancakes

Submitted by MI40 Ambassador Leyla Bruderlin 1 Serving (easily doubled) Ingredients: 1/2 c gluten free rolled oats, ground 3 egg whites 1 Tb coconut oil Dash of vanilla almond milk pinch of salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 8 drops stevia Directions: 1. Mix ingredients together into ‘pancake’ and pan fry accordingly. 2. […]

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Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tb avocado or MCT oil 2 lb chicken breasts or thighs, sliced 1 onion, chipped 4 carrots, sliced 4 stalks celery, chopped 32 oz chicken stock 2 bay leaves 8 oz gluten-free pasta salt and pepper to taste Note: This recipe can be made either in a slow cooker or on […]

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Tom Kha Gai (Chicken Coconut Soup)

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 1 Tbs coconut oil 1 onion, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 6 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece ginger, minced 1 jalapeno, sliced (optional) 1 Tbs lemongrass, minced (or 1 stalk, chopped into 3-inch segments) 2 lb chicken breast or thigh, sliced thin 1 can coconut milk 1 Tbs fish sauce 2 […]

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Braised Chicken and Kale

2-4 Servings Ingredients: 4 chicken leg quarters or chicken breast rib Sections 2 Tb coconut or MCT oil, divided 1/4 c coconut (or other gluten free) flour 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp oregano 6 cloves garlic, minced 16 oz kale, rough chopped 1 can diced tomatoes (fire roasted, or with jalapeno will add extra […]

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Mediterranean Stuffed Burgers

4-8 Servings Ingredients: 4 lbs ground meat (Choose from chicken, turkey, beef, lamb, bison, or a combination!) 2 eggs 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 tsp black pepper 1/4 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp dried basil (or use 1 Tb fresh) 1/4 c sun dried tomatoes, chopped 1/4 c feta cheese, crumbled 2 Tb olives, sliced […]

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Crock Pot Drumsticks

Recipe Submitted by MI40X Ambassador JD Allen 2-4 Servings Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks 1 can coconut milk 3-4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp turmeric Directions: 1. Put chicken in crock pot. 2. Mix coconut milk and spices. Pour over chicken. 3. Set to “Low” for 4 hours.

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