Bastilla Bites

Bastilla Bites are a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Moroccan dish, featuring spiced chicken wrapped in almond flour pastry and grilled to perfection. These bite-sized treats pack a flavorful punch, making them a perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken, minced garlic, chopped onion, cilantro, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
3. Shape the marinated chicken mixture into small bite-sized patties, about 3 cm in diameter.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg. Dip each chicken patty into the egg, then coat with almond flour for a crispy exterior.
5. Place the patties on the heated grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
6. Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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