Samantha
Guest-ChefI have always loved to cook, and the challenges of diabetes have not changed that. Healthy food can be beautiful, nutritious, and delicious, and doesn’t have to break the budget.
Chef's Recipes
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. lemon crystals
- 1/2 tsp. lime crystals
- 1/4 c. hot water
- 1/2 c. white wine
- 1/4 c. jalapeno juice from a jar of pickled jalapenos
- 1 1/4 tsp. minced garlic
- 2 1/2 tsp. liquid mesquite smoke flavor
- 1 lb. raw shelled deveined shrimp
- 1 large onion, trimmed, quartered, cut into 1/4" slices
- 1 green bell pepper, trimmed, seeds removed, cut into 1/4" strips
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 TBS. olive oil or vegetable oil
- Flour tortillas
- Assorted toppings: lite sour cream, shredded Colby-Jack cheese, salsa or picante, pico de gallo, guacamole
Shrimp Fajitas
I know that many of you can relate to this experience. You are sitting at a Mexican food restaurant, waiting for…
Ingredients
- 6 TBS. Vegetable oil, divided
- 2 lbs. cubed beef stew meat
- 2 lg. white onions, chopped 1/2" pieces
- 6 + 4 c. water
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
- 4 15-oz. cans dark red kidney beans, drained
- 2 bunches fresh cilantro, cleaned, picked over, large stems removed and then chopped finely
- 2 bunches fresh green onions, trimmed and chopped
- 3 c. dried parsley flakes
- 3 TBS. dried fenugreek (may be found at a Middle Eastern grocery store or online; called Shanbalileh in Farsi)
- 3-4 dried limes (limou-omani in Farsi, found at Middle Eastern grocery store or online) (pierced a few times with a fork)
- 2 tsp. salt
- Serve with Basmati rice
- With the condiment Mast-O-Khiar or plain yogurt on the side
Nutrients
- Calories: 280
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fat: 15
- Protein: 18
- Per 8-oz Serving:
Persian Fresh Herb Stew – Gormeh Sabzi
As we continue to explore international foods that are good for diabetic eating, I am happy to share one of my…
Ingredients
- 3 c. cooked chicken meat, chopped into 1/2-in. pieces (from a rotisserie chicken, or 3 lg. boneless skinless chicken breasts that have been simmered in water until done)
- 2 c. cooked waxy potatoes (red or yellow), peeled, cut into 1/2-in. cubes
- 1 c. frozen or canned peas
- 3/4 c. chopped dill pickles
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 c. mayonaisse
- 1/4 c. Italian vinaigrette salad dressing
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Sliced pickles, green olives, and red pepper or pimento (or other vegetable slices) for decorating
Nutrients
- Calories: 147
- Carbohydrates: 7.5
- Fat: 6
- Protein: 16
- per 3/4-cup serving:
Olivieh – Persian Chicken, Egg, and Potato…
Looking for a refreshing and protein-packed summer meal? Try our family favorite - Olivieh, or Persian Potato Salad! This cold salad…
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 – 2 pound fresh or frozen bone-in turkey breast portion
- 2 TBS butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 c. apricot or peach spreadable fruit
- 2 TBS coarse-grain brown mustard
- 1 1/2 tsp bottled roasted minced garlic
Nutrients
- Calories: 235
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fat: 8
- Protein: 32
- per serving:
Mustard and Garlic Roasted Turkey Breast
I will be taking some time off from the blog for the month of August so that I can get my…
Ingredients
- 8 oz. frozen shelled deveined shrimp
- 2 TBS. butter
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. garam masala
- 3 c. bagged coleslaw mix consisting of green and purple cabbage, and shredded carrots
- 2 TBS. chopped pimento, drained
- 1 c. celery, chopped 1/4"
- 1/4 c. blue cheese salad dressing
- 1/4 c. coconut milk
- 1 TBS. chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 TBS. sunflower seed kernels, Optional Topping
Indian Shrimp in Butter Sauce Salad
Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make salad that combines warm shrimp cooked in butter and tossed with Garam Masala, and cool…
Ingredients
- 2 lg. eggplants, trimmed, cut into 1/2" slices
- 8 TBS. olive oil (more if needed)
- 1 lg. onion, chopped
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 lb. ground lean beef
- 3 tsp. salt, divided
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
- 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
- 1 c. water
- 1/4 c. Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz. sliced provolone cheese
Eggplant Parmigiana
If you have been searching for a diabetic-friendly eggplant dish, look no further! Eggplant Parmigiana is a layered baked dish, with…