June 3, 2022
Mojo Chicken Thighs
Savory, a bit spicy, sweet, and fresh from citrus and herbal notes, this is an easy and delicious Cuban-inspired dish.
Servings: 2
Calories: 342kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cilantro packed
- 1 jalapeño seeds removed if you like less spice, omit for nightshade-free
- 1 garlic clove
- black pepper fresh ground, to taste
- 1 drop orange oil or 1/8 teaspoon orange extract, optional for flavor
- 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 lime juiced
- 1-2 drops stevia glycerite or 1 teaspoon monk fruit, powdered
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fish sauce optional, for umami
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 pound chicken thighs boneless and skinless
Instructions
- Combine everything but the chicken in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour over chicken and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes (or refrigerate for up to overnight). While the chicken marinates, preheat the oven to 425ºF and line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and rub it with a bit of avocado oil to prevent sticking.
- Lay the marinated thighs onto the baking sheet, pouring any marinade over top and bake at 425ºF for 12 minutes then flip and cook another 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through (165ºF internal). Broil briefly on high to char lightly, if desired.
Notes
Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 1.78
Nutrition Facts
Mojo Chicken Thighs
Amount per Serving
Calories
342
% Daily Value*
Fat
16
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
8
g
Cholesterol
215
mg
72
%
Sodium
467
mg
20
%
Potassium
616
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
2
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
1
g
1
%
Protein
44
g
88
%
Vitamin A
276
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
14
mg
17
%
Calcium
30
mg
3
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Low Carb Black Beans
Tender and creamy soybeans take on lots of flavor and make an excellent low carb Mexican-inspired side. Because these are higher in carbs, they are best as an occasional treat or as a part of a low carb but not keto diet. Skip this altogether if you are avoiding soy.
Servings: 4
Calories: 224kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon bacon grease or avocado oil for vegetarian
- 2 jalapeños stem, membranes and seeds removed, minced, omit for nightshade-free
- 1/4 red onion minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 bay leaf
- 15 ounce can black soy beans with liquid from the can
- water as needed
- salt and pepper to taste
- lime juice to taste, optional
Instructions
- Add the bacon grease, jalapeños, and onions to a small pot and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often until the onions soften and become translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the cumin, oregano, and bay leaf.
- Cook for 1 minute more and then add the beans along with the liquid from the can. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook, covered on the lowest simmer possible for 45 minutes. Add water as needed to keep the beans from sticking, I have found about 1/2-1 cup is needed.
- Season to taste with salt and stir in lime juice, to taste, if desired.
Notes
Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 0.79
Nutrition Facts
Low Carb Black Beans
Amount per Serving
Calories
224
% Daily Value*
Fat
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
4
g
Cholesterol
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
258
mg
11
%
Potassium
588
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
12
g
4
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
92
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
118
mg
12
%
Iron
6
mg
33
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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