Arrowroot – Cooking with a Cat https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com Recipes for Fast Metabolism Diet Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:28:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.2 Maya Spice Chocolate https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/spice-chocolate-maya-style/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/spice-chocolate-maya-style/#comments Thu, 03 Oct 2019 08:04:03 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=2615 Cacao is one of the oldest foods in the world, in fact  4,000 years ago people like the Maya and the Aztecs used it. These populations mixed it with water, honey and spices, giving life to a strong drink that offered a…

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Cacao is one of the oldest foods in the world, in fact  4,000 years ago people like the Maya and the Aztecs used it. These populations mixed it with water, honey and spices, giving life to a strong drink that offered a lot of energy. When cacao arrived in Europe, foods like milk, sugar and butter were added.

Still today I would like to propose a simple recipe, inspired by the cacao drink that the Mayans took. In addition, to turn it into a complete snack my recipe carries egg whites.

It is a really delicious recipe, with an original spicy touch due to the chilli pepper.

I wait for your opinions 🙂

Chocolate especiado al estilo Maya

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Phase 1 · Phase 2 · Phase 3 Serves: 1 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons raw cacao
  • 1 - 2 tablespoons of birch xylitol
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tablespoon of arrowroot (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cloves
  • Orange skin
  • 1 piece of dry chili

Instructions

  1. Put on medium heat, a casserole with water and xylitol
  2. When the xylitol melt, add the egg whites and stir constantly
  3. When the egg whites begin to change color add the raw cacao, the spices and the grated skin of 1/2 orange
  4. Lower the heat and continue stirring
  5. OPTIONAL: Add the arrowroot so that no lumps are formed
  6. When the chocolate begins to thicken, remove the chili and cloves, put it in a blender and beat until perfectly creamy
  7. Serve this spicy chocolate hot or cold

This recipe is compatible with the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase2; with these quantities, you get 2 full snacks for <20 or 1 full snack for >20.

This recipe can also be used in Phase 2 as breakfast, lunch or dinner, but you have to adjust the amounts or integrate with more vegetables and protein.

Notes

WARNING FOR CELIAC: always check that the products that you use are certified without gluten, for who has doubts in this respect can be informed in the following link: https://bit.ly/GlutenFreeSymbol

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Oat Pannacotta with Strawberries https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/oat-pannacotta-with-strawberries/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/oat-pannacotta-with-strawberries/#respond Sat, 27 Apr 2019 15:44:29 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=5330 The pannacotta is a fresh dessert typical of the Italian tradition. This is my recipe to make a vegan and lighter version of this delicious dessert. To prepare it you only need oat milk, vanilla, a thickener, agar agar and your favorite…

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The pannacotta is a fresh dessert typical of the Italian tradition. This is my recipe to make a vegan and lighter version of this delicious dessert. To prepare it you only need oat milk, vanilla, a thickener, agar agar and your favorite natural sweetener.

Try this recipe also at breakfast!

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Oat pannacotta with strawberries

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Phase 1 Serves: 2 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • For pannacotta:
  • 2 cup of oat milk
  • 2 tablespoons of arrowroot powder or tapioca flour
  • 1/2 vanilla bean or natural vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of powder agar agar
  • 3 tablespoons of birch xylitol or stevia to taste
  • For topping:
  • 2 cup of strawberries (strawberries)
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons of birch xylitol or stevia to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut the vanilla pod along, and with the knife blade take out all the seeds.
  2. In a pot, put the oat milk, the sweetener, the vanilla seeds, the pod, the arrowroot, and the agar agar.
  3. Put the pot over low heat and continuously stir until it breaks to boil.
  4. Let boil a couple of minutes (without mixing) and remove from heat.
  5. Remove the vanilla pod and distribute the milk in bowls, cups or glasses. Let cool and put in the refrigerator, at least two hours.
  6. Meanwhile, wash the strawberries thoroughly and cut them into small pieces.
  7. In a large bowl, mix the strawberries well with the sweetener and the juice of half a lemon.
  8. Cover and let stand in the fridge.
    When the pannacotta is dense, cover with the strawberries and serve cold.

This recipe is suitable for the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase 1. With these amounts, you get 2 servings of grains and 2 servings of fruit for <20 pounds.

For this recipe, you may need:

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The winner is: Mr. Cheesecake https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/the-winner-is-mr-cheesecake/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/the-winner-is-mr-cheesecake/#respond Sat, 24 Feb 2018 14:01:53 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=3270 At the beginning of the year, I promised to prepare some of the recipes that you proposed, so after a survey on my Facebook page, we have a winning recipe: the cheesecake, probably one of the most popular desserts in the world.…

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At the beginning of the year, I promised to prepare some of the recipes that you proposed, so after a survey on my Facebook page, we have a winning recipe: the cheesecake, probably one of the most popular desserts in the world.

The cheesecake has an origin older than we think, in fact already in Ancient Greece there were sweet cakes based on cheese. Over time this recipe has evolved and changed in each country until in the nineteenth century, it crossed the Atlantic. Around the year 1872, a cheesemaker from Philadelphia tried to create a soft cheese, ideal for this type of preparations, and thus the famous Philadelphia cheese was born, indispensable for the cheesecake. But it was only in the twentieth century when the New York cheesecake was born as we know it today, created by Arnold Reuben.

The version that I propose today is a vegan and gluten-free version, prepared with nuts and oats. Despite not containing diary-cheese it has the original cheesecake texture and is really delicious.

Try it also with this jam of rhubarb and ginger.

New York Cheesecake, vegan and gluten-free

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Phase 3 Serves: 4 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • For the base:
  • 1/2 cup of raw old fashioned oats
  • 1/8 cup of raw almonds
  • 1½ tablespoons of coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons of birch xylitol or Stevia to taste *
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • Cloves powder to taste
  • For the filling:
  • 1/2 cup of cashew nuts (cashews) raw
  • 1/4 cup of coconut milk in cardboard **
  • 3 tablespoons of sunflower oil
  • 1 tablespoon tapioca starch or arrowroot
  • 3 tablespoons of birch xylitol or Stevia to taste *
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • Topping:
  • 1 cup of raspberries or other F3 fruit
  • Rhubarb and ginger jam

Instructions

NY Cheesecake vegano y sin gluten

  1. Put cashews (cashews) in a bowl and let them soak in cold water overnight
  2. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC).
  3. Put all the ingredients to make the base in a processor and crush them until there is a homogeneous mass.
  4. Line a mold with baking paper and distribute the dough at the bottom of the mold and level with a spoon.
  5. Bake the base for 15 minutes. Take it out of the oven.
  6. Meanwhile, make the filling: put in a processor the cashews soaked all night, coconut milk and sunflower oil and crush until a smooth and homogeneous cream. It may take a few minutes.
  7. Add the xylitol or stevia, and one tablespoon of lemon juice beat again. Add the second spoonful of lemon juice and beat again.
  8. Add the sifted tapioca flour and beat again until it is fully incorporated.
  9. Pour the cashew preparation into the mold and bake for 30/40 minutes at 320ºF (160ºC).
  10. Wait for it to cool and put in the fridge. Unmold only when completely cold and serve with raspberries for breakfast or rhubarb and ginger jam for dinner.

This recipe is compatible with the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase 3; With these quantities, you got 4 healthy fat servings for <20 pounds but ONLY 2 grain serving for <20 pounds.

Notes

* I do not write an exact amount of stevia because there is usually much difference between one brand and another, some sweeten more and others less. ** This recipe uses 1/4 cup of coconut milk as a condiment. - WARNING FOR CELIAC: always check that the products that you use are certified without gluten, for who has doubts in this respect can be informed in the following link: https://bit.ly/GlutenFreeSymbology

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A sweet Valentaine’s day gift: Homemade Sugar-free Marshmallow https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/a-sweet-valentaines-day-gift-homemade-sugar-free-marshmallow/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/a-sweet-valentaines-day-gift-homemade-sugar-free-marshmallow/#respond Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:01:14 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=3209 The marshmallow is undoubtedly one of the most famous treats in the world and it is also very fun. It has a sweet taste like a candy but its texture is like a cloud. Today I propose my healthy and sugar-free version of…

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The marshmallow is undoubtedly one of the most famous treats in the world and it is also very fun. It has a sweet taste like a candy but its texture is like a cloud. Today I propose my healthy and sugar-free version of this sweet, so that you can surprise your partner with a bag of handmade goodies on Valentine’s Day.

Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone!

Sugar-free Marshmallow

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Phase 2 Serves: 3 - 2 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 tablespoons agar agar powder (not flakes or strings)
  • 1/2 cup of birch xylitol
  • 1/2 vanilla pod
  • 1 tablespoon of arrowroot (optional)
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, start to whisk the egg whites. Add the cream of tartar. Keep whisking until stiff peaks forms.
  2. With a knife cut the vanilla bean and remove the seeds, add the seeds to the whites and beat again.
  3. Made a sort of syrup: boil the water and agar agar for 3 minutes stirring frequently.
  4. Add xylitol and boil for another 3 minutes stirring constantly over medium-low heat.
  5. While whisking the egg whites add 1 teaspoon of syrup. Pay attention not to disassemble the egg whites. Continue until you finish the water. There must be a white, shiny and sparkling compound.
  6. Optional: Sprinkle the base of a silicone mold with 1/2 tablespoon of arrowroot.
  7. Pour the compound into a silicone mold (or another mold lined with baking paper) and level it with a spatula.
  8. Optional: sprinkle the surface with the remaining arrowroot.
  9. Leave in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.
  10. Demolish carefully and cut into squares.

This recipe is compatible with the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase 2; With these quantities, you got 3 protein servings for P2 snack for <20 pounds.

Notes

WARNING FOR CELIAC: always check that the products that you use are certified without gluten, for who has doubts in this respect can be informed in the following link: http://bit.ly/GlutenFreeSymbology

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An original breakfast: kale & lime pancake https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/an-original-breakfast-kale-lime-pancake/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/an-original-breakfast-kale-lime-pancake/#respond Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:33:56 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=2438 The pancakes are a very typical breakfast in the United States, but they have become very famous all over the world;  this fluffy flour-based dessert is delicious, quick to prepare and can easily be made healthier. It is fantastic with butter and honey,…

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The pancakes are a very typical breakfast in the United States, but they have become very famous all over the world;  this fluffy flour-based dessert is delicious, quick to prepare and can easily be made healthier. It is fantastic with butter and honey, but also with chocolate and fresh fruit.

To create today’s recipe I have been inspired in the Japanese pastry and its very spongy and green pancakes (usually for the matcha); my recipe is a little different, it is caffeine free so I have used kale powder to give it the green color and the bitter touch that the matcha has. It is accompanied very well with the Italian meringue or the rhubarb jam 🙂

pancake de kale y lima

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Phase 2 Serves: 1 - 2 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 tablespoon of arrowroot
  • 1 teaspoon kale powder
  • 1 lime (green)
  • 3 tablespoons birch xylitol
  • 1/2 teaspoon raw cocoa powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix egg whites and xylitol and beat until soft peaks form
  2. Gradually add 1 tablespoon of lime juice to the egg whites, while continuing to whisk until stiff, glossy peaks form when you lift the whisk out of the bowl
  3. In a small bowl, mix the arrowroot with the kale powder and grated lime zest, and add it to the egg whites; Mix gently until uniform
  4. Place a piece of baking paper of the same size in a non-stick frying pan
  5. Pour the foaming compound* onto the oven paper, cover with lid and cook over medium heat, for 20 minutes
  6. Carefully remove pancake from baking paper and serve with Italian meringue** and raw cacao (optional), rhubarb jam or whatever you want

This recipe is compatible with the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase2;  with these quantities, you get 1 breakfast for <20 or 2 snacks for <20. For a complete breakfast add phase vegetables.

Notes

*For convenience, I have prepared a single large pancake, but it is possible to make several smaller pancakes if desired. - ** If you use Italian meringue, watch the quantities: do not exceed your portion. - WARNING FOR CELIAC: always check that the products that you use are certified without gluten, for who has doubts in this respect can be informed in the following link: http://bit.ly/GlutenFreeSymbolologíaSinGluten

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Cauliflower with vegan bechamel https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/cauliflower-with-vegan-bechamel/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/cauliflower-with-vegan-bechamel/#respond Sat, 29 Apr 2017 20:41:32 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=2044 When I was a little girl, I found it difficult to eat vegetables and my mother often prepared cauliflower with béchamel to camouflage the taste of vegetables. Now that I have grown and I love veggies, I have recovered this dish, although adapting…

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When I was a little girl, I found it difficult to eat vegetables and my mother often prepared cauliflower with béchamel to camouflage the taste of vegetables. Now that I have grown and I love veggies, I have recovered this dish, although adapting it a little. The recipe that I propose to you today is very simple, fast and vegan; Adapts to any circumstance.

Cauliflower with vegan bechamel

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Phase 3 Serves: 2 - 3 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • 1 whole cauliflower
  • 2 cups of coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon of arrowroot
  • 3 tablespoons of Extra Virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon curry paste
  • Nutmeg
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut the cauliflower and boil it for 15/20 minutes in a pot with plenty of water and a little salt
  2. Meanwhile, put the oil in a frying pan and add the arrowroot
  3. When a fairly solid compound has been formed, add the coconut milk, little by little
  4. Blend constantly so that no lumps are formed
  5. Season with a little salt, nutmeg and curry paste
  6. Drain the cauliflower, place it on a baking tray and arrange all the béchamel on top Bake for 10/15 minutes at 150º C (302º F)

This recipe is compatible with the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase 3; With these quantities, you get 3 healthy fats portion for <20 pounds or 2 healthy fats portion for >20 pounds.

Do not forget to leave me a comment to give me your opinion 🙂

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Homemade ACE custard without lactose: an original recipe https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/an-original-recipe-homemade-ace-custard-without-lactose/ https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/en/an-original-recipe-homemade-ace-custard-without-lactose/#respond Sun, 09 Apr 2017 10:48:46 +0000 https://www.ungatoenlacocina.com/?p=1795 The custard is a fairly simple sweet and very diffuse, it is prepared with egg yolks, milk or cream, and sugar; each culture has a different variation of this dish and even a different name, in Italy is called Crema pasticcera in…

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The custard is a fairly simple sweet and very diffuse, it is prepared with egg yolks, milk or cream, and sugar; each culture has a different variation of this dish and even a different name, in Italy is called Crema pasticcera in Spain Is called Natilla, in France is called Crème anglaise…  It is not entirely clear the origin of this dish, although one of the most diffuse theories is that it was born in a monastery in central Europe.

The version I present today is much lighter than the classic custard and very original. The consistency of the custard with the fresh taste of ACE makes this dessert unique. It is a perfect choice for both breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Homemade ACE custard without lactose

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Phase 3 Serves: 3 Prep Time: Cooking Time:

Ingredients

  • 3 cup coconut milk
  • 4 whole eggs
  • 6 carrots
  • 1 tablespoon of arrowroot
  • 6 tablespoons birch xylitol
  • Lemon juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Orange zest
  • 3/8 cup of raw hazelnuts
  • 1 tablespoon of cacao paste
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoon raw jam (OPTIONAL)

Instructions

  1. Peel the carrots, cut them and steam them until they are tender
  2. Meanwhile, in a casserole, put the coconut milk over low heat
  3. In a bowl separate the egg whites from the yolks
  4. Combine egg yolks, xylitol, and arrowroot to the coconut milk and mix constantly with a pastry stick
  5. It has to be removed slowly and carefully so that no lumps
  6. When the compound has reached the desired consistency, remove it from the fire and cover with transparent paper to contact the surface, so that a crust does not form
  7. Meanwhile, put the egg whites to cook slowly to the water bath and go stirring constantly
  8. When the egg whites begin to adopt a creamy consistency, add lemon juice and orange zest
  9. Continue to rotate until the cream is homogeneous and then remove from the heat
  10. Whisk the carrots until they are pureed
  11. Combine the egg whites and carrots to the yolk and coconut milk compound and stir vigorously until you have a homogeneous light orange cream
  12. Divide the cream into cups or glasses and let stand in the refrigerator covered with transparent paper for a couple of hours
  13. Before serve, decorate with chopped hazelnuts and cacao paste
  14. You can also add a little bit of raw jam if desired *

This recipe is suitable for the Fast Metabolism Diet – FMD Phase 3; With these amounts, you obtain 3 portions of healthy fats for >20 pounds, but only 2 portions of proteins. For this reason, this recipe complements very well my recipe of gluten-free Bread rolls stuffed with jam; Making both recipes together, you have to integrate with the remaining fruit.

Notes

* If you are following the FMD, it is important to remember that in Phase 3 fruit can only be used for breakfast and lunch

If you liked this recipe do not forget to tell me in a comment 🙂

 

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