A Flavorful Journey with Keto Jambalaya: My review of Explorer Momma original recipe and my revised and carb count improved version.
Keto Jambalaya
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Today I took Explorermomma recipe for Keto Jambalaya.
Today I took Explorermomma recipe for Keto Jambalaya.
There are so many keto influencers out there much more popular than I. But they are all doing the same thing. So I'm just taking already popular recipes and adjusting the macros. It should be about macro efficiency.
This review is for Keto Jambalaya from Explorermomma go and give her a follow on Facebook and Pinterest
Hey there, fellow food enthusiasts! It's your friendly food explorer, and I'm thrilled to share my thoughts on a recipe that left my taste buds dancing - Keto Jambalaya. Now, let me start off by saying that I may not have whipped up this culinary masterpiece, but let me take you on a journey through its savory twists and turns. Credit to: Explorermomma
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Indulge in the goodness of protein-rich keto jambalaya, an ideal one-pot, low-carb delight that's destined to add a flavorful twist to your family's keto dinner. This mouthwatering recipe features a delectable combination of shrimp, andouille sausage, and chicken, harmoniously mingled with vibrant vegetables, authentic Creole spices, and gluten-free cauliflower rice. A truly tantalizing addition to our curated meal lineup. Yum!
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Picture this: a one-pot wonder that's low in carbs, brimming with protein, and designed to spark joy at your family dinner table. Keto Jambalaya is where it's at. As someone who's walked the path of shedding pounds, this dish immediately caught my attention. I mean, 170 pounds down the drain? You better believe I'm all ears – or should I say all taste buds? Yum!
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The culinary symphony begins with a chorus of shrimp, andouille sausage, and chicken. Imagine these three amigos, mingling with an array of vibrant veggies, and you've got a medley that's already making my stomach rumble. But wait, there's more! The magic happens with the introduction of Creole spices that promise to elevate this dish to a whole new level of flavor sensation.
But hold on to your hats, because the star of the show isn't your usual carb-loaded rice. Nope, it's gluten-free cauliflower rice that's stepping into the spotlight. Genius, right? It's like a culinary sleight of hand, and I can't help but give a nod of approval to the creativity that's gone into this recipe.
Now, let's talk about the experience. As a seasoned food adventurer (pun intended), I was prepared for a taste explosion. But let me tell you, Keto Jambalaya didn't just meet expectations; it soared past them. The interplay of textures, the harmonious dance of flavors – it's like a celebration in your mouth. Each bite felt like a victory lap on my journey towards a healthier me.
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You'll need a few items before you begin this dish.
Equipment for low carb jambalaya
- a skillet or dutch oven
- a spatula
- knife and cutting board
- extra plate or bowl
- serving spoon
ExplorerMomma original recipe:
This recipe I'm posting first the original recipe for Low carb Jambalaya as made by Explorermomma.
I made a couple adjustments to lower the carb count even more and i'll post that recipe as well. Slight improvement if you are strict keto. Improvement on the carb not the taste haha.
I made a couple adjustments to lower the carb count even more and i'll post that recipe as well. Slight improvement if you are strict keto. Improvement on the carb not the taste haha.
Keto Jambalaya
yield: 8
prep time: 10 MINUTES
cook time: 15 MINUTES
total time: 25 MINUTES
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lb chicken breast, chopped into small chunks
- 1 lb andouille sausage, thinly sliced in rounds
- ½ cup diced celery
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper
- ¼ cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp salt, (to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken bone broth, (2 if you prefer it more like soup)
- 1 14 oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Creole seasoning (I use the Slap ya Mamma, I put it on everything.)
- 1 tsp thyme, dried
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 12 oz pkg riced cauliflower (or make your own)
- 1 lb deveined and peeled shrimp
- 1-2 chopped jalapeños (for extra spice), optional
Instructions for this recipe!
First of all, as I always say, get out all your ingredients and kitchen utensils. Second, use a large skillet or Dutch oven and melt the three tablespoons of butter. I prefer a Dutch oven simply because I tend to make a mess when I cook, and the Dutch oven gives you more room to work with this large recipe.
The first thing to go into the pot is the meat. When the butter’s melted, throw in the chicken pieces and round sausage slices. Now, stir it around with a spatula and cook it until it’s browned and cooked through. Then remove it from the pan and set aside in an extra bowl or on a plate.
Next, it’s time for the veggies! In the pot with the leftover butter and meat fat, put the celery, bell pepper, onion, garlic, salt, and black pepper to the pan to cook. It should take about 3-5 minutes or just until it’s all tender. Then, pour in the chicken bone broth and fire-roasted tomatoes.
Once that’s combined, go ahead and put in the other seasonings: Creole seasoning, thyme, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, and the jalapeño if using.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8.0 Amount Per Serving Calories 336 Total Fat 21 g Saturated Fat 8 g Monounsaturated Fat 1 g Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 161 mg Sodium 2092 mg Potassium 164 mg Total Carbohydrate 6 g Dietary Fiber 1 g Sugars 2 g Protein 36 g
The Keto Dieter revised recipe for minimal carbs:
yield: 8
prep time: 10 MINUTES
cook time: 15 MINUTES
total time: 25 MINUTES
I made a couple adjustments to lower the carb count even more while maintaining flavor and texture. If you are strict Keto you will be able to appreciate this. I would also love to hear your opinion on how it tastes. I think it maintains the everything in the original pretty well. With a couple minor adjustments.
I have been trying to figure out how I can be original with my content as there are so many Keto influencers. I do not claim to be one. I just like doing this. So maybe I'll make this my MO. Taking already great tasting and macro efficient Keto recipes and getting that carb count down at least by 1 to 1.5 that would be great. Those numbers matter if you are strict keto heck even dirty keto. With credit to the original of course.
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Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter or ghee
- 1 lb chicken breast, chopped into small chunks
- 1 lb andouille sausage, thinly sliced in rounds
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped onion (reduce from ¼ cup ¼ cup = 4 tbsp )
- 1 tsp salt, (to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken bone broth, (2 if you prefer it more like soup)
- 1 small can (8 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes or diced tomatoes (reduce from 14 oz can)
- 2 tbsp Creole seasoning (I use the Slap ya Mamma, I put it on everything.)
- 1 tsp thyme, dried
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cups cauliflower rice (instead of 12 oz package)
- 1 lb deveined and peeled shrimp
- 1-2 chopped jalapeños (for extra spice), optional (I prefer pickled Jalapenos as they are slightly lower in calories and but you sacrifice texture)
The changes I made with this recipe to reduce the carb count by a factor of 3. For a total of 3 carbs per serving.
I added an extra 1/2 cup of celery in as I removed 1 cup of cauliflower rice and also reduced the fire -roasted tomatoes by another 4 oz's
I also substituted the fresh jalapenos with pickled sliced jalapenos. Not a significant change this is only my preference.
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This maintained the flavor of the original. I thought pretty well. The revised nutritional information for this recipe is as follows.
- Total Carbohydrate: 3 g (Reduced from 6 g)
- Dietary Fiber: 1 g (No change)
- Sugars: 2 g (No change)
- Net Carbs: 2 g (Reduced from 5 g)
If you like this version of this recipe and can appreciate what I'm trying to do with improving on the carb per serving. I'm not in any way trying to change any of these recipes as they are perfect the way they are. However I believe with some good tweaks and adjustments they can be improved upon for macro efficiency
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