On The Side

TACO SEASONING

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/4 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper

DIRECTIONS

  • Add all ingredients above to 1 1/2 to 2 pounds of meat to season it for tacos or any Mexican dish.
  • You can easily multiply everything by 4 or 8 or more to store in a Mason Jar and already prepared, on hand, and ready to go.

DISHING ON THIS DISH: Black pepper is very high in oxalates, so substitute with white pepper or coriander if needed. Onion powder is also high in oxalates so you might just leave it out. If you are wrestling with allergies I found that when I could only use a few spices, oregano, cumin and sea salt were enough to give a really good flavor. If you’re avoiding nightshades Chili Powder, Paprika, and Red Peppers are spices you don’t want to include here. For kids, 1/2 if this recipe is enough, and again, even just a little bit of oregano, cumin, coriander, and sea salt is enough to spice it up. Be sure to buy fresh, organic, spices.

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CAULIFLOWER ‘ALFREDO’ SAUCE

INGREDIENTS

  • One head of cauliflower, florets cut off
  • 1 Tbsp Coconut oil
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 clove garlic (or more to taste)
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

  • Lightly saute minced garlic clove in the coconut oil in a medium sauce pan
  • Add the 1 cup of water to the saucepan.
  • Add cauliflower florets and boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer everything into a food processor.
  • Add salt and pepper.
  • Process until texture is smooth and creamy.
  • Serve hot.

DISHING ON THIS DISH: If you’ve never tried this recipe before be prepared to be amazed. This healthy alternative completely mimics the flavor and texture of traditional Alfredo sauce. Serve hot on noodles (we use spaghetti squash), vegetables, and main dishes. Turns any dish into a comfort food especially on cold days.

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