Keto Kalguksu

Keto Kalguksu is a delightful twist on the traditional Korean noodle soup, using low-carb ingredients to recreate the comforting flavors and textures. This dish features hand-cut noodles made from almond flour and zucchini, served in a savory broth with tender vegetables and proteins.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100g
• Zucchini - 150g
• Egg - 1 large
• Chicken breast - 200g, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tsp, minced
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 2 tbsp
• Sesame oil - 1 tsp
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Chicken broth - 500ml
• Spinach - 50g
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine almond flour, egg, and a pinch of salt to form a dough. If the mixture is too dry, add a little water until it holds together.
2. Roll out the dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into thin strips (about 1/4 inch wide) to form the noodles.
3. In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
4. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in soy sauce, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Add the zucchini noodles and spinach to the pot. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
7. Add the freshly cut almond flour noodles to the broth and cook for 2-3 minutes until they float to the top and are cooked through.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• High in protein from chicken and eggs, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and spinach.

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