Week 1 of the keto diet is in the books, folks! And let me tell you, it's been quite the adventure. Here are a few observations from my journey so far:
1. I'm pretty sure I hit ketosis faster
this time around thanks to intermittent fasting. I'm showing all the signs: bad
breath, weird smelling sweat, and an overwhelming desire to shout "I'm in
ketosis, baby!" from the rooftops.
2. I've been chugging water like it's
going out of style. My mouth is drier than a desert in the middle of a
heatwave. I'm drinking about 1.4 gallons per day, plus an extra 120oz of iced
tea with stevia. My kidneys are going to love me for this.
3. I'm still torturing myself with my
salty lime surprise and apple cider vinegar shots. It's like a daily ritual of
punishment. I chug it down and hope it'll make a difference. I swear, it feels
like I'm sacrificing my taste buds on the altar of skinniness. But hey, no pain
no gain, right?
4. I haven't weighed myself yet because
I don't want to get discouraged. If I don't see any progress, it's easy to feel
like I'm making sacrifices for nothing. So instead, I'll wait until my clothes
start fitting better. Then, and only then, will I face the dreaded demon scale.
Now, let's
talk about food. Because let's be real, that's all we really care about. One of
my favorite keto recipes is this delicious dish that I always make enough of to
enjoy for two nights in a row. It's like a gift from the keto gods.
Keto egg
roll in a bowl
Keto egg
roll in a bowl is a quick, easy, and healthy dinner ready in under 20 minutes!
A deconstructed egg roll that tastes SO good, you won't miss the carbs! 2 grams
net carbs per serving.
1
tablespoon sesame oil
▢1/2 large onion chopped
▢2 cloves garlic minced
▢1/2 inch ginger minced
▢1 lb ground pork lean
▢4 cups sliced cabbage coleslaw style
1 medium
carrot shredded
▢1/4 cup soy sauce
▢2 tablespoons chili sauce
1. In a non-stick pan, add the sesame
oil and place it over medium heat. Once hot, add the onions, garlic, and
ginger, and stir fry for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
2. Add the ground pork and break it
apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until no longer pink. Push the
pork to one side and add the coleslaw mix and add the coleslaw mix. Stir until
everything is combined. Add the soy sauce and chili sauce and cook for a
further 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and
serve in bowls.
Notes
* Lean
ground pork. You can also use ground chicken, ground beef, or ground turkey.
TO STORE:
Leftovers can be stored in the freezer, covered, for up to 1 week.
TO FREEZE:
Place the deconstructed egg rolls in an airtight container and store it in the
freezer for up to 6 months.
TO REHEAT:
Either microwave the egg roll bowls for 30-second spurts until warm or in a
non-stick pan.
So there you have it, my people. Week 1 of keto and intermittent fasting is in the books. Stay tuned for more updates, more recipes, and more self-punishment. And don't forget to hydrate! #ketolife #intermittentfasting #sacrificeyourtastebuds #ketogods #hydrationstation
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