Pork belly in air fryer

Easy and fast.

 1 pound of pork belly chopped in about one inch pieces

Preheat air fryer to 400F

Place chopped pork belly in the air fryer not overlapping. Cook for a total of 15 minutes, turning or shaking at the 7 minute point. They are done when they reach 165.

Cheeseburger casserole

 

Very tasty . 

1 pound ground beef (can use 2 if desired)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 pound cooked pork belly (chopped)

5 large eggs (use 8 if using 2 pounds of beef)

1 cup heavy whipping cream

salt as desired

pepper as desired

cheddar cheese ounce or 2

mozzarella for top as much as desired

Preheat oven 350

In skillet , cook ground beef, garlic and onion powder until done. Drain the grease and place in a 13 by 9 inch casserole dish.

Add cooked pork belly to the dish.

In a bowl mix eggs and cheddar. Pour over the top in casserole.

Place mozzarella on the top.

Bake 30-35 minutes 

Flaxseed crackers

 I used golden flaxseeds. I had to cook it longer. Here is the link. They have grown on me when I need something crunchy. https://www.sweetashoney.co/flaxseed-crackers-paleo-vegan/#recipe-card

Carnivore pancakes!!

 Makes about 6 pancakes. So good!!!  When served with whipping cream they taste like cream puffs!

Found this on Steak and butter gal's youtube. Go there for complete directions: https://youtu.be/zVUHEV3GRdY?si=o1pfnFHg5nhpQjFp

These cooked up fine in my iron skillet with a bit of butter in the pan. You do need a cover. 

Mine cooked faster than hers. Mine were about 5 minutes on one side, and about 3 on the other side.

Here are the ingredients for about 1 serving of 6 pancakes.

3 eggs separated into whites, and yolks

1 tablespoon of unflavored Gelatin

2 and 1/2 tablespoons of collagen (or one packet of the above if you buy packet kind)

Separate your whites/yolks

Beat egg whites slowly while adding the gelatin (I accidentally added the collagen too, it still was fine).

Beat for about 5 minutes until the whites get stiff enough that you can turn the bowl upside down and they don't fall out.

Next add the collagen to your yolks (as long as you didn't do my mistake) beating well.

Then carefully fold the white mixture into the yolk mixture.

IN preheated skillet add a bit of oil of choice--I just used butter. Scoop out between 1/4 to 1/3 cup for each

 pancake. ME: cook 5 minutes COVERED on one side, flip and cook about 3 minutes Covered on the other side.

Serve with whipped cream or whatever.

Salmon in creamy sauce

 Poached in half and half on top of stove covered. Took 5 minutes after the liquid started to simmer. Very good.

I just used 1/2 and 1/2…thyme and salt.Skin side down.

I spooned the cream over the top a few times.

Temperature when done around 145F

Chicken wings air fryer

Used chicken drumettes

Great. 

Preheat air fryer to 390 F

Pat wings dry with paper towels. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, white pepper.

Cook 20 minutes and flip halfway through. 
 

lamb air fry bone in chops

 Tasty. I sprinkled rosemary, garlic and salt before cooking. I used the thermometer to test each piece while cooking. I did not rub mine with oil. Just dried them then seasoned them.

Google directions I used :

air fry bone-in lamb loin chops, 

preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and cook for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping the chops halfway through. The exact cooking time depends on the chops' thickness and your desired doneness. Using an instant-read meat thermometer is the most reliable way to check the internal temperature. 

Air fryer instructions

1. Prepare the lamb chops. Remove the chops from their packaging and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. This helps the chops achieve a good sear.
2. Season the meat. Rub the lamb chops with olive oil and your preferred seasonings. Popular options include kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and fresh or dried rosemary and thyme.
3. Marinate (optional). For enhanced flavor, you can marinate the chops at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes, or in the refrigerator for up to a few hours.
4. Preheat the air fryer. Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
5. Arrange the chops. Place the lamb loin chops in the air fryer basket in a single, even layer. Do not overcrowd the basket, as air needs to circulate for proper cooking.
6. Cook. Air fry for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping the chops once halfway through the cooking time.
7. Check for doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature by inserting it into the thickest part of the meat without touching the bone.
   • Medium-rare: 125–135°F (52–57°C)
   • Medium: 140–145°F (60–63°C)
   • Medium-well to well-done:145°F (63°C) and higher
8. Rest the meat. Once the chops reach your desired temperature, transfer them to a plate and let them rest for at least 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute for a more tender and juicy result. 

Chocolate keto crêpe

 

I added strawberries to the recipe. Only takes a few minutes.Nice for lunch too!

https://youtu.be/4wat7HsnSdw

There is the link to all the details and here are the ingredients:

For the crepe:

2 eggs 

2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweet)

1 Tablespoon sweetener (I just used a teaspoon of allulose because I added strawberries to the filling.

Filling:

2 tab of ricotta or cottage cheese (I like some sour cream in the mix too)

vanilla to taste

optional : 1 teas sweetener

               Me: some sliced strawberries

Go to link for directions

waffle keto quick

Quick easy!! Makes 1 waffle— just 2 ingredients 

1 heaping tablespoon of peanut butter

1 egg

Mix well and cook. I had unsalted peanut butter so it did need some salt.
 

Carrot mug cake

Note: it really needs more sweetener than I give it— I am trying to cut back on my sweet tooth . I actually like this with just 2 tablespoons of coconut flor no almond flour.

Ingredients 

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon almond flour ( or coconut flour)

1 tablespoon coconut flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder 

3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice( or close to 1 teaspoon is nice)

1 egg

1 teaspoon vanilla 

1/2 -1 teaspoon allulose powder ( or more depending on desire) or sweetener of your choice- more would be better.Better with 1 tablespoon of allulose!

2-3 tablespoons 1/2 and 1/2 (or milk of choice)

1 tablespoon grated carrots 

( ( for topping afterwords cream cheese and coconut flakes or whipped cream)

Melt butter in mug. Then mix rest of cake ingredients folding in carrots last. Microwave 50-60 minutes ( carefully checking until desired doneness).mine was better at 69 minutes 

Top with whatever- sour cream mixed with vanilla makes a nice topping.

Note: raisins would be a nice addition 
 

Zucchini hamburger casserole

 

Found this easy casserole at the following link;

https://deliceflash.com/cheesy-beef-zucchini-casserole/

But I only had cheddar so I just used about 100grams . I used a can of fire roasted tomatoes, 1 pound of hamburger, 1 large onion, some garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, one good sized zucchini.

I cooked onion and meat and garlic in the iron skillet- 5-8 minutes. Added tomatoes and diced zucchini and seasoning. Cooked another 5 or until squash started getting tender.

Sprinkled cheese on top and transferred the skillet to the oven cooking 30 minutes at 375

Note: Would be good served over mashed cauliflower 

Cottage cheese pumpkin breakfast

 Used this spice from target plus some cinnamon 

Nice fall dish for Breakfast or whatever

What I used:

1 cup of Nancy's probiotic cottage cheese (organic 4 Percent from whole foods)

1 egg

3 tablespoons unsweetened pumpkin puree

*pumpkin pie spice (I just put about 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon, I think) and I added some cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon vanilla

(me-no sweetener--but you could add some)

* some like 1-2 teaspoons of the pumpkin pie spice--I used less but added cinnamon. Then I sprinkled more pumpkin pie spice after cooking.

Blend ingredients well in food processor. Pour in dish (I didn't grease) My dish was the 6 inch round one and some people use a smaller size. My oven seems to cook slower than a lot of folks. Many people cook theirs 20 minutes , but mine needed longer.

Bake in 350 F for 20-30 minutes depending on the size of your dish. You want the center a bit jiggly so it doesn't come out dry. 

Mine came out very creamy--but the brand of cottage cheese makes a difference. You can serve warm or refrigerate first.

When serving you can top with added spices, and/or yogurt or whipped cream if desired.

PS You can google and find variations.

Chickpea roasted air fryer

 Easy

Preheat air fryer to 390 F

Take 1 can chickpeas and drain and rinse.

Place in a bowl and mix with a spritz of olive oil, salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder or whatever you want.

Place in air fryer and cook about 12-15 minutes shaking a few times during the cooking process. Check near ten minutes , but continue cooking  until your desired crispness. 

Squash/ yellow summer chips

 Really good. I did these in the air fryer (preheated at 375) . After preheating, I cooked for between eight and 10 minutes.

I sliced up the yellow Summer squash and sprinkled salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika and a little olive oil

Fudge cottage cheese

 I really like this.creamy and hits the spot for chocolate cravings.

1cup full fat cottage cheese 

1/3 cup dark chocolate chips

1 tablespoon coconut oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract ( of course I forgot)

Blend cottage cheese in food processor. 

Melt coconut oil with chips in microwave.

Blend the cottage cheese in food processor  then mix this with vanilla and melted chocolate chips and melted coconut oil; next put in parchment lined dish ( I used 5x6 pan. Freeze 30 minutes. Then put in refrigerator for remaining days that you have leftovers.

Waffle keto

 Good and oh so satisfying. Makes 3 large waffles,

4 large eggs

4 ounces cream cheese ( 1/2 block softened)

1/2 cup almond flour

2 tablespoons melted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla ( which I forgot)

1 teaspoon baking powder 

Blend in food processor. I blended the cream cheese then added the rest to the food processor. Cook in waffle maker.

I served mine with fresh raspberries!

Chicken bread

 Super easy!! Nice for a change up. I cut mine in half and topped with cheese and arugula an a bit of primal avocado mayo.

IN food processor mix :

1 egg

5 ounces of chicken

1 teaspoon baking powder

grease pan

Cook in Air fryer 10-15 minutes at 350. I preheated mine and it took shorter than the 15 so I kept checking.  Note.--the bread pan is the individual size---very small.

Chili atop mashed cauliflower

 Just wanted to remind myself to serve my meat chili this way on top of mashed cauliflower.

Chili made with ground meat (16 ounces), a can of fire roasted diced tomatoes, sugar free ketsup ( few tablespoons), some chopped onion, chopped red bell( few pieces), 4 garlic cloves, chili powder, cumin, oregano, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, a tablespoon green chilies ( canned), salt and pepper.

Almond bread cake (keto substitute for cornbread)

 Nice with Chili, or soup, or a snack with tea.

1 cup almond flour

4 tablespoons butter (melted)

1/4 cup half and half

1 teaspoon baking powder 

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 beaten eggs

Preheat oven 375. Grease an 8 inch round pan.

Mix flour, melted butter, half and half, baking powder and salt.

Add beaten eggs. Place in greased 8 inch pan. Bake 21 minutes until golden brown and toothpick clean.

Cottage cheese bread

FINALLY!! I have been doing keto and was getting sick of almond bread and coconut flour bread. 

This is a nice version for sandwiches.  I did have a problem with the bottom sticking so next time I will try spraying the parchment paper.  I also had to turn the oven higher near the end.

This is what the recipe calls for:

1 cup cottage cheese (better 4 percent fat)

3 large eggs (separated)

1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional and I forgot)

1/4 teaspoon salt

Black pepper--I just sprinkled some in.

Optional other herbs

parchment paper or cooking spray (I recommend both!)

Preheat 300 F (I had to turn up higher near the end)

Separate the egg whites into a separate bowl. Add the cream of tartar to this bowl and whip about 3-5 minutes or until soft peaks form.

In second bowl blend cottage cheese, egg yolks and seasonings--you could do this in a food processor to get it smoother.

Last of all fold the egg whites into the cottage cheese batter carefully---just mixing.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (and I advise a bit of cooking spray as mine still stuck a bit to the paper----next time I will try both).

You can pour batter into a large rectangle shape or do circular biscuit like shapes.  Cook 30 minutes or more until golden and firm to touch. NOTE---I did a rectangular shape and mine took a lot longer. I ended up turning up the heat.

Let cool 5 minutes, and lifting the parchment, transfer to a wire rack. After cooling on the rack, I ended up flipping mine over after it had cooled a while to make parchment removal easier.

I cut mine into 8 smaller rectangle shapes and used 2 each for sandwiches.

Summer squash

 Just wanted to remember the seasonings for this. Cooked quickly in iron skillet with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

Pumpkin yogurt

 I just wanted a hint of pumpkin. Nice for a flavor change.

1/2 cup Greek yogurt  (or Me home made Dr. Bill Davis's yogurt)

1 tablespoon of pumpkin puree (the unsweetened kind)

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract

cinnamon sprinkled to taste

(I didn't use any sweetener)

Blend and eat

Pizza crust gf keto

 Good by itself just as a snack….. Makes good crackers also if you cook it crisp enough! If using cut up as crackers instead of as a pizza crust , it is great dipped in keto type marinara sauce!!

1 cup shredded or chopped mozzarella 

1/4 cup almond flour

1 egg

Garlic powder and Italian seasoning- sprinkled

Bake 15-20 minutes at 350 F

I did my mixing in a small food processor 

You just roll it between parchment paper and then bake.

Pizza # 2

This is different from the first pizza crust… this is trickier in the cooking method,

1 cup cottage cheese 

2 large eggs

1/8 cup Parmesan cheese ( shredded)

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

Some Italian seasoning.(as much as desired—I just sprinkle some.

Preheat oven 400F

Mix the ingredients in a food processor and pour on a parchment lined baking tray. (Mine was a rectangle).Bake 10-15 minutes then lightly cover any part that has turned a dark brown with some foil. Continue cooking checking every 5 minutes and covering any dark brown sections. You cook until all sections have gotten brown. Mine took about 30 minutes. The recipe called for 40, but that would be too long for mine.es 

Take out of oven and let cool about 10 minutes. You can refrigerate and use the crust for later or after the ten minutes put your sauce, veggies and mozzarella on top.

I used about 2 ounces of mozzarella. I placed sauce , mozzarella, purple onions, red bell, and black olives. You place back in the oven and cook about 10 minutes until cheese melts.

For the sauce:

1 eight ounce can tomato sauce 

1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce 

1/4 teaspoons oregano 

1/4 teaspoon onion powder 

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 

Mix ahead for the sauce so the flavors have a chance to blend nicely. I probably used 2/3 of the sauce.

Pecan sandies keto

 So nice because of the buttery flavor. Note: I made these without any sugar or sweetener.

 So optional --you can add 1/4 cup of sugar or whatever is your choice. I don't need it ;-).

1 cup Almond flour

1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped

1/4 cup butter softened (4 tab)

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon baking powder (I used a grain free version)

Preheat oven to 350F

Line a baking pan with parchment paper

Mix egg, softened butter, and vanilla 

In a separate bowl mix flour, baking powder , salt and then nuts.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet.

Make tablespoon sized cookies (makes 10).  Bake about 10-11 minutes until firm.

1/4 teaspoon salt

Sardines, canned air fried

The above photo is the way I prefer them. These were the smoked flavored ones packed olive oil. I drained the oil and just dipped them in about a tablespoon of almond meal. Then I air fried them. These came out much better than the ones pictured below that used egg dip and tapioca flour.

I wanted to try a more palatable way of having sardines and this worked. 

I used the oil packed smoked ones from Wild Planet so I didn’t have to season them. I halved this recipe, using only one can. I used a little bit of tapioca flour about 1 and 1/2 teaspoons to make it gf and reduce the carbs. Note: the change I made above.

 

But as I said above I prefer using just almond flour for the dip. I cooked mine about 8 minutes.

Mug bread keto

Easy 90 second mug bread/ great for breakfast. I have made this 3 times. The first two times came out great , but the third time came out soggy.  Why??? I have no idea.  

1 tablespoon melted butter

1 tablespoon coconut flour OR almond flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder ( I use non cornstarch kind)

Salt- pinch

1 egg

Melt butter in your mug. Add the rest of the ingredients mixing well-  and microwave 90 seconds ( in the normal powered microwave).

Let sit a minute. Then just slide it out using a butter knife to loosen edges. Serve however you desire. 

If you don’t like a coconut taste use almond flour (almond has less carbs)

Zucchini roll ups keto (air fryer)

 S0 tasty

1/2 cup cooked shredded Chicken

1 medium Zucchini (I only used about 1/2)

1/2 cup keto friendly pasta Sauce divided

1/4 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese plus a tablespoon extra for topping

1/4 cup cottage cheese

Slice the zucchini very thinly lengthwise using mandolin or vegetable peeler

Make filling: Mix 1/2 of the pasta sauce, , the chicken, mozzarella, and cottage cheese

Assemble rolls;

   Place two zucchini strips side by side overlapping a bit. Place a spoonful of the filling on just one end and then roll to make a roll up.

Preheat air fryer to 330. In oven safe dish or lined air fryer basket place the rolls. Top with other 1/2 of pasta and a sprinkling of mozzarella.  

Air fry 10 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.

Chicken, whole air fryer

 Delicious! I found this googling with AI 🤣

1 whole chicken (around 3.7-giblets removed and PATTED DRY)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon thyme

Preheat air fryer to 360.

Mix seasonings with oil in small bow.

Remove giblets, pat chicken dry. Rub seasoning all over.

Place chicken in preheated air fryer with BREAST side down. Cook 360 28 minutes. Then flip using tongs. Cook another 10-12 minutes OR until the internal temperature of the thickest part of breast gets to 165.  Let it sit a bit while taking the temp as it sometimes with rise. 

Let rest 10 minutes before serving--helps with juices and tenderness.

Tofu paprika air fry

 Easy! 

14 ounce block of firm or extra firm tofu

1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce 

1 tablespoon garlic powder 

1 tablespoon onion powder 

1 tablespoon paprika 

Sprinkle some smoked paprika 

Chop tofu in squares. Mix with ingredients in a bowl.

Preheat air fryer for a couple minutes 375F

Place in parchment lined air fryer. Bake 10-12 minutes shaking 1/2 way. Cook until desired crispness.

Good in wraps or in a creamy broccoli sauce served with pasta or zucchini noodles.

Lasagna keto

My sister sent me a recipe for keto lasagna— easy and good.

I changed it up a bit not using as much cheese 

 

1 pound ground beef

1 pound  ground pork sausage mild Italian 

3-4 eggs to make egg wraps ( or purchase them)

1 egg for mixing into the ricotta 

2.5 cups mozzarella 

2 cups low sugar marinara 

1/2 cup chopped onion

2 cloves garlic

15 ounces ricotta 

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 

S and p

Preheat oven 350F

Brown both beef and pork in a large skillet with the onion adding garlic at the last minute or two of the sautéing.

Make your egg wraps as the meat is cooking ( google recipe- I used whole eggs- one egg for each wrap). Or buy them.

In a bowl mix 1 raw egg with the ricotta adding 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ( and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper if desired)and a teaspoon salt

In 13x9 inch baking pan place half the meat. Place 1/2 of the wraps spread as evenly as you can— you can make strips of them or whatever.  Cover with 1/2 the ricotta mixture, top with 1/2 the mozzarella.

Next place the rest of the meat, the egg wrap layer, the ricotta and then the mozzarella.

Bake 20 minutes then up the oven to 425 letting the top brown— about 5 more minutes.

Makes about 8 servings 

Lemon muffins keto type gf

Tried these today without the added 1/4 cup of sweetener. Next time might add the small blueberries instead of the huge ones I had. 🤣 Would be better with sweetener , but I am trying to avoid that. I spread a little cottage cheese/ like cream cheese on mine.

3 large eggs

1 tablespoon lemon zest ( next time use more)

1/4 cup coconut flour 

1/4 cup almond flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder ( I used grain free)

Pinch of salt

1/4 cup melted butter

1/3 cup small kind of blueberries ( the small would work better than the giant ones I had)

Optional 1/4 cup of sweetener - would be better with this addition- but I am avoiding.

Preheat: 350F

Mix eggs. Add the rest, adding blueberries last. Divide into 5 regular sized muffin things.

Cook about 20 minutes— next time I would do a bit less than the 20.

Above photo with the small wild blueberries