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Quick Lipeäkala (Lutefisk/Lutfisk) without Lye

December 24, 2023 By elviira 4 Comments

If you’ve ever heard of a dish called lutefisk — which we Finns refer to as “lipeäkala” — you’ve probably wondered what it tastes like. And if you’ve looked up lutefisk recipes online, you might be astonished to find that they actually use lye, a super toxic substance!

No need to worry because now you can taste what authentic lutefisk is like without having to soak the fish in lye and water for days on end. Thanks to this ingenious recipe I’ve developed, you can enjoy the true flavor of lutefisk in just half an hour!

Probably, the Nordic lutefisk purists hate me for this recipe, but I couldn’t care less. Quite the opposite: I am proud to have created this innovative recipe, something the hidebound fanatics could never have managed; they just can’t think outside the box.

So, let’s step into the fascinating world of lutefisk!
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Keto Gingerbread Truffles

December 17, 2023 By elviira 2 Comments

Indulge in the festive season without straying from your keto goals with these delectably rich Keto Gingerbread Truffles! Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these heavenly bites wrap the classic holiday flavors in a low-carb package.

Imagine the aromatic blend of gingerbread spices melding with the luxurious depth of extra-dark chocolate, all rounded off with a velvety touch of cream and ample, rich butter. Whether you’re cozying up by the fire or sharing at a holiday gathering, these truffles are your ticket to guilt-free bliss.

So, grab your ingredients, and let’s transform that high-cocoa-content chocolate and grass-fed butter into a holiday treat that even Santa can’t resist!
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Traditional Finnish Christmas Bread Spice Mix

December 3, 2023 By elviira Leave a Comment

Prepare for a delightfully cozy and exceptional experience! Embrace the essence of Finnish tradition and savor the authentic Finnish Christmas with this Traditional Finnish Christmas Bread Spice Mix.

What’s even better is that you can incorporate this spice blend into any bread that aligns with your dietary preferences, be it PSMF bread, keto bread, or another variety.
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Brie with Crumbled Bacon and Cranberries

January 1, 2023 By elviira 4 Comments

Happy New Year! Whether you have made New Year’s resolutions and wish to get in shape with a keto diet, or if New Year’s resolutions are not (needed!) for you, this unusually mouth-watering Brie with Crumbled Bacon and Cranberries is certainly worth making. Very low in carbs and with only 4 wholesome ingredients, why not start the New Year in a delicious and healthy way anyway?
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Sugar-Free Mulled Wine Gummies

December 25, 2022 By elviira 2 Comments

Merry Christmas! Hope you are having a relaxing and fun time with your loved ones! Holidays have just started, so it’s a good time to whip up a batch of these Sugar-Free Mulled Wine Gummies to surprise your family and guests with flavorful and gorgeous delicacies.
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Authentic Finnish Mulled Wine (Glögi) Spice Mix

December 18, 2022 By elviira 2 Comments

Are you ready for a mug of warming and enchantingly fragrant, piping-hot mulled wine — Finnish style? If you want something special for these holidays, make a batch or more of this Authentic Finnish Mulled Wine Spice and whip up a Nordic version of mulled wine that we Finns call “glögi.”
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90-Second Keto Gingerbread Mug Cake

December 11, 2022 By elviira Leave a Comment

This serving-sized treat provides almost instant gratification. When you are not in the mood for heating your oven or doing laborious baking but want anyway to indulge in warm holiday flavors, this 90-Second Keto Gingerbread Mug Cake saves the situation!

With only 5 ingredients and mere minutes, this superb keto mug cake is easy to whip up whenever you are in need of a quick treat that doesn’t make your blood sugar jump or upset your stomach.
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Pumpkin Casserole

September 25, 2022 By elviira 6 Comments

Have you ever made casserole from pumpkin? You will be surprised how delectable — and easy-to-prepare — casserole pumpkin makes! Just try this 5-ingredient keto-friendly Pumpkin Casserole; I bet you will take it to your repertoire of easy keto fall and Thanksgiving recipes.

This extraordinary side dish is perfect for the holidays, too. In Finland, we eat these types of casseroles at Christmas. I will certainly serve this casserole for my family during Christmas time as they fell in love with its smooth and creamy texture and fabulous taste!
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Traditional Finnish Christmas Pastries made Keto – with only 5 Ingredients!

December 5, 2021 By elviira 5 Comments

Welcome, December and the holiday season! Want to try out something extraordinary but still traditional during these holidays? Then, why not whip up a batch of fascinating star-shaped Finnish Christmas pastries (joulutorttus) — naturally ketoized and gluten-free!

Fathead dough works wonders in these keto pastries, making them super low in carbs and very close to the traditional treats. When the regular wheaty and sugary pastries contain 15.4 grams net carbs per piece, my ketoized versions contain just 1.2-1.8 grams net carbs per pastry — or even less if you use zero-carb filling.

The traditional Finnish Christmas pastries use prune marmalade as filling. You guessed it: I’ve ketoized the marmalade as well, and you’ll get it as a bonus recipe. For the keto marmalade, you still use prunes for authentic taste, but the sugar content is dropped dramatically compared to the regular sugary version. When the sugary prune marmalade has 7.6 grams net carbs per tablespoon, my keto marmalade has only 1.8 grams net carbs per tablespoon. For one pastry, you need just a teaspoon or two for a fabulous flavor!

Read on to find the ultimate keto version for the traditional Finnish pastries that we gulp down humongous amounts during the holidays here in Finland.
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Easy Christmas Appetizers

December 8, 2016 By elviira Leave a Comment

Holiday season and Christmas are approaching fast like a whirlwind, but luckily you don’t need much time — or many ingredients — to prepare these stunning but easy gluten-free low-carb appetizers. They are so easy and delicious, that you’ll want to make them not only for the holidays, but also for the New Year’s Eve, summer parties, Thanksgiving, you name it!

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