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  • 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
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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…

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  • 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
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 147
  • Carbohydrates: 7.5
  • Fat: 6
  • Protein: 16
  • per 3/4-cup serving:

Olivieh – Persian Chicken, Egg, and Potato…

Now that summer is here, “cooking supper” has become “making supper.” It’s hot outside and I don’t want to make my…

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  • 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
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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…

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  • 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

Indian Shrimp in Butter Sauce Salad combines two flavor profiles. It takes the warmth of shrimp cooked in butter and tossed…

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  • 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…

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  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1/8 c. Vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion finely minced (1/4 c.)
  • 1 12.5 oz. can white chunk chicken, drained (or 1 1/4 c. cooked shredded chicken meat)
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp. cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups colby-jack shredded cheese
  • 3 c. (approx.) commercially available enchilada sauce that is low in sugar grams
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Nutrients
  • Calories: 324
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fat: 17.5
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 20
  • Sugar: 2
  • per Enchilada:

Chicken Enchiladas with Red and Green Sauce

Where do you stand on The Great Tortilla Divide? I met my husband when we both worked at a Mexican food…

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