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Filipino Sautéed Bitter Melon and Squash (Dinoydoy) - Keto, Low-Carb

Dinoydoy a regional dish in the Philippines popular in the region of Ilocos, the area my mother was born. It's a naturally low-carb dish made of sautéed bitter melon and nearly pureed squash flavoured with fish sauce and pork.

Filipino Sautéed Bitter Melon and Squash (Dinoydoy) - Keto, Low-Carb

Dinoydoy a regional dish in the Philippines popular in the region of Ilocos, the area my mother was born. It's a naturally low-carb dish made of sautéed bitter melon and nearly pureed squash flavoured with fish sauce and pork.

Salt and Pepper Tahini Chocolate Chunk Cookies - Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan Option

Looking for something different and exotic in a cookie? Look no further than these salt and pepper tahini chocolate chip cookies! Yes, you read that right, salt and pepper in a cookie. I know it sounds strange, but it is a flavour combination that really works!

Salt and Pepper Tahini Chocolate Chunk Cookies - Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan Option

Looking for something different and exotic in a cookie? Look no further than these salt and pepper tahini chocolate chip cookies! Yes, you read that right, salt and pepper in a cookie. I know it sounds strange, but it is a flavour combination that really works!

Filipino Chicken Adobo - Keto, Low-Carb

It doesn't get more traditional than chicken adobo when it comes to Filipino food. My mother makes it at least once every week to every other week. The salty-sour flavour punched up with a ton of garlic (extra garlic is characteristic to the Ilocos region's version of this dish)...

Filipino Chicken Adobo - Keto, Low-Carb

It doesn't get more traditional than chicken adobo when it comes to Filipino food. My mother makes it at least once every week to every other week. The salty-sour flavour punched up with a ton of garlic (extra garlic is characteristic to the Ilocos region's version of this dish)...

Baked Sushi Casserole with Spicy Tuna and Volcano Prawns on Cauliflower Rice - Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free

I was recently introduced to the concept of baked sushi, basically a baked version of in which you layer the rice, furikake, and sushi fillings in a casserole dish then bake it altogether. To serve, you spoon the layers into a piece of nori and enjoy.

Baked Sushi Casserole with Spicy Tuna and Volcano Prawns on Cauliflower Rice - Keto, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free

I was recently introduced to the concept of baked sushi, basically a baked version of in which you layer the rice, furikake, and sushi fillings in a casserole dish then bake it altogether. To serve, you spoon the layers into a piece of nori and enjoy.

Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread - Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free

Chocolate and zucchini pair oh so well together. So why not double up on the chocolate flavour with both cocoa powder and chocolate, and while you're at it double up on the entire recipe because this is the sort of thing that will go fast...

Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread - Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free

Chocolate and zucchini pair oh so well together. So why not double up on the chocolate flavour with both cocoa powder and chocolate, and while you're at it double up on the entire recipe because this is the sort of thing that will go fast...

Brussel Sprout Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing - Keto, Low-Carb

Everyone knows that bacon goes well with roast Brussel sprouts, but did you know it also works with them raw in a salad? Here's an easy way to do it using the hot bacon drippings as the base for the dressing that is super keto-friendly.

Brussel Sprout Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing - Keto, Low-Carb

Everyone knows that bacon goes well with roast Brussel sprouts, but did you know it also works with them raw in a salad? Here's an easy way to do it using the hot bacon drippings as the base for the dressing that is super keto-friendly.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Breakfast Skillet - Keto, Low-Carb

Most breakfast skillets use sausage, ham or some sort of pork. This corned beef and cabbage breakfast skillet goes a different route, for the those occasions when you have leftover corned beef and cabbage to use up from a previous meal.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Breakfast Skillet - Keto, Low-Carb

Most breakfast skillets use sausage, ham or some sort of pork. This corned beef and cabbage breakfast skillet goes a different route, for the those occasions when you have leftover corned beef and cabbage to use up from a previous meal.

Take My Breath Away: Doing Cold Immersion on Ice with Breath Hold

If you've been following me over the past few weeks, you've seen that I've been challenging myself my cold water training in new ways in the open ice of Britannia Bay in Ottawa. Yesterday, I decided to try leave out the movement and try doing a static breath hold as a new challenge.

Take My Breath Away: Doing Cold Immersion on Ice with Breath Hold

If you've been following me over the past few weeks, you've seen that I've been challenging myself my cold water training in new ways in the open ice of Britannia Bay in Ottawa. Yesterday, I decided to try leave out the movement and try doing a static breath hold as a new challenge.

Redefining BRRRR!: My First Cold Water Swim On Ice

A few weeks ago, I challenged myself to try doing [my first cold water immersion outdoors in water surrounded by ice which I blogged about. I was surprised at how calm I was in the 0C and how easily I had been able to adapt to the colder water temperature...

Redefining BRRRR!: My First Cold Water Swim On Ice

A few weeks ago, I challenged myself to try doing [my first cold water immersion outdoors in water surrounded by ice which I blogged about. I was surprised at how calm I was in the 0C and how easily I had been able to adapt to the colder water temperature...

Peanut Sesame Zucchini Noodle Salad - Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan

I had a student that used to bring this recipe to every dojo BBQ we ever had. It was always enjoyed by all, even me, which was tough because the soba noodles were far from being keto-friendly, but I make exceptions for special occasions. In this version, I use zucchini noodles instead...

Peanut Sesame Zucchini Noodle Salad - Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan

I had a student that used to bring this recipe to every dojo BBQ we ever had. It was always enjoyed by all, even me, which was tough because the soba noodles were far from being keto-friendly, but I make exceptions for special occasions. In this version, I use zucchini noodles instead...