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You may look at the ingredients and see "Coconut Aminos" or ?Tamari? sauce and say ?What??!!! So what is it? and why ORGANIC? Monsanto Co., the world?s largest seed producer, has developed the first-generation Roundup Ready soybean (and corn) seeds...they are in discussion about putting Roundup INSIDE the seed so the weeds have no chance against the crop! Well, what ramifications does this have for our health? Do you notice a rise in auto-immune diseases? cancer? fatty livers? AHHH!!! We aren?t sure just how bad it can become, but some issues are precancerous cell growth in the digestive tract, inhibited development of the brain, liver and testicles, partial atrophy of the liver, enlarged pancreas and intestines and immune system damage. My suggestion is to only use Coconut Aminos or Organic Tamari Sauce.
Tamari is a premium Japanese soy sauce. The major difference between Tamari and regular soy sauce is the proportion of ingredients between soybeans and wheat. While regular soy sauce contains 40-60% wheat, Organic Gluten Free Tamari is made with 100% soybeans and no wheat. While the sodium level of Tamari and regular soy sauce is the same, the higher concentration of soybeans in Tamari gives a richer, smoother, more complex taste than ordinary soy sauce. Tamari is naturally fermented for up to 6 months and it doesn?t contain MSG or artificial preservatives. Organic Gluten Free Tamari?s fermentation process is different than ordinary soy sauce, giving it unique flavor enhancing properties. Add Tamari to gravies, sauces and casseroles. Use it as a marinade and in stir-fry dishes. Reduce sodium levels in your cooking without compromising taste. One teaspoon of Organic Tamari contains one-eighth the sodium as one teaspoon of salt.
Helpful Cooking Tip: All crockpot temperatures differ a bit, yours may differ in temperature than mine (click HERE to find), I suggest cooking this for 4 hours on your first attempt. 6 hours will most likely make ?shredded? beef instead of slices, so decrease cooking time by 2 hours if desired. We did it for 6 hours and loved it!
NUTRITIONAL COMPARISON (per serving)
Traditional Beef and Broccoli = 524 calories, 11g fat, 40g protein, 61.5g carbs, 3.4g fiber (51.8 effective carbs)
"Healthified" Beef and Broccoli = 281 calories, 11g fat, 37.9g protein, 6.8g carbs, 3g fiber (3.8 effective carbs)
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Take-Out Crockpot Beef & Broccoli
Coconut Aminos are also a great soy sauce replacement. This delectably delicious soy-free sauce, containing 17 amino acids, is dark, rich, and salty. I am amazed at its resemblance to soy sauce. It is made simply from raw coconut tree sap and sun-dried sea salt, and naturally aged. This sap is very low glycemic (GI of only 35), is an abundant source of amino acids, minerals, vitamin C, broad-spectrum B vitamins, and has a nearly neutral PH. The majority of conventional soy sauces on the market are made with non-organic, genetically modified (GMO) soybeans. Long term use of unfermented soy-related products has led to an increase in soy allergies, a disruption in proper thyroid function, and an overload of estrogens in the body.
Tamari is a premium Japanese soy sauce. The major difference between Tamari and regular soy sauce is the proportion of ingredients between soybeans and wheat. While regular soy sauce contains 40-60% wheat, Organic Gluten Free Tamari is made with 100% soybeans and no wheat. While the sodium level of Tamari and regular soy sauce is the same, the higher concentration of soybeans in Tamari gives a richer, smoother, more complex taste than ordinary soy sauce. Tamari is naturally fermented for up to 6 months and it doesn?t contain MSG or artificial preservatives. Organic Gluten Free Tamari?s fermentation process is different than ordinary soy sauce, giving it unique flavor enhancing properties. Add Tamari to gravies, sauces and casseroles. Use it as a marinade and in stir-fry dishes. Reduce sodium levels in your cooking without compromising taste. One teaspoon of Organic Tamari contains one-eighth the sodium as one teaspoon of salt.I use them in my "healthified" dressings, marinades, sautes, and with rice-free sushi.
"HEALTHIFIED" TAKE-OUT BEEF AND BROCCOLI
1 lb. boneless, grass fed beef chuck roast, sliced into thin strips
1 cup organic beef broth or beef consumme
1/2 cup coconut aminos or organic Tamari (soy) sauce
1/3 cup Just Like Brown sugar or Swerve
1 TBS sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 TBS fresh ginger, grated
1 TBS fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp guar gum (thickener)
4 TBS sauce (from the crockpot after dish is cooked)
Celtic sea salt and pepper to taste
Celtic sea salt and pepper to taste
2 cups frozen broccoli flowerettes
2 cups Cauliflower rice, cooked OR Miracle Rice, rinsed
In the insert of the crockpot, whisk together beef consume, organic Tamari sauce, sweetener, sesame oil, garlic and ginger. Gently place your slices of beef in the liquid and toss to coat. Turn crockpot on low and cook for 4 to 6 hours. When done, in a small bowl, whisk together the guar gum and cooking liquid to create a sauce, pour into crockpot, stir to mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to thicken. Toss in your broccoli florets and serve hot over "rice". Makes 4 servings.
To make the "rice," cut the cauliflower into pieces and pulse in a food processor until small pieces of "rice." (click HERE to find the one I love on sale for $30! Original price $78!)."TIP: You can also use the heart of the cauliflower for rice, or use for making "French Fries." (TIP: can do this up to 2 days ahead of time and store in fridge for easy lunch/dinner options). Stir fry the cauliflower "rice" for about 3-5 minutes or until cauliflower pieces are done to desired liking. If you want a visual, click HERE to see a video of me making Cauliflower Risotto on KARE 11 TV.
NUTRITIONAL COMPARISON (per serving)
Traditional Beef and Broccoli = 524 calories, 11g fat, 40g protein, 61.5g carbs, 3.4g fiber (51.8 effective carbs)
"Healthified" Beef and Broccoli = 281 calories, 11g fat, 37.9g protein, 6.8g carbs, 3g fiber (3.8 effective carbs)
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For this recipe I used a daikon instead of noodles. Another option would be to use Miracle Noodles. A one cup serving of daikon contains about 20 calories, 4g carbs and 2g of fiber for an effective carb count of 2g. Daikons are an excellent source of...
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- Potluck "rice" Casserole
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