Keto Panda Express Orange Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup unflavored collogen protein powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp pepper

• 1/4 tsp ground ginger

• 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tbsp avocado oil (or preferred cooking oil)

• 1/4 cup water

• 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar

• 3 tbsp coconut aminos 

• 1/4 tsp ground ginger

• 1/2 tsp garlic

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1/2 orange zest

• 3 tbsp monk fruit sweetener

• 2 tbsp xanthan gum

Instructions:

1. Whisk together the eggs in a small bowl. Separately, combine the protein powder, salt, pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger in a separate bowl.

2. Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then in the protein powder mixture. Set aside on a separate plate.

3. Whisk together the water, vinegar, soy sauce, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, orange zest, and monk fruit sweetener in a medium bowl.

4. Warm a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Combine the avocado oil and the coated chicken pieces in a mixing bowl. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

5. Reduce the heat to low and stir the sauce mixture with the chicken. Stir in the xanthan gum until thoroughly combined, and the sauce has thickened.

6. Serve the orange chicken with your preferred keto-friendly side dishes. Enjoy!

Keto Tortillas: A Low-Carb Alternative to Traditional Tortillas

Here is a recipe for a keto-friendly tortilla:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour

• 1/2 cup coconut flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp salt

• 4 large eggs

• 1/4 cup water

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until everything is well combined.

2. Combine the eggs, water, and olive oil in a mixing bowl. Mix everything together until a smooth dough forms.

3. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.

4. Preheat a grill or cast iron pan over medium-high heat.

5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin circle about 6 inches in diameter.

6. Place the tortilla on the hot cast iron pan and cook for about 1 minute, until it begins to puff up and brown slightly on the bottom.

7. Flip the tortilla and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute until it is fully cooked and browned on both sides.

8. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.

9. Serve the tortillas hot, or wrap them in a damp cloth or plastic wrap to keep them warm until ready to serve.

Note: You can use a rolling pin to roll out the dough or a tortilla press if you have one. If the dough feels too dry, you can add a little more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it becomes smooth and pliable. You can also use other low-carb flour, such as flaxseed or sunflower seed meal, instead of almond and coconut flour.