The keto diet, which the general public originally dismissed as a fad, is becoming more well-known and accepted as a method of promoting fat loss, reducing inflammation, and achieving optimum health. These days, a large sector of the snack food market is focused on low-carb, low-sugar meals that are suitable for keto dieters. However, keto-friendly superfoods are a no-brainer if you’re eating keto for health and you want to encourage the best possible body and brain functionality.
You can maintain a healthy weight and, more importantly, feel your best by combining nutrient-dense superfoods with a keto diet. Actually, isn’t enjoying life what it’s all about?
What Are Superfoods?
Superfoods are very nutrient-dense foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They have a number of health advantages, including the ability to fight cancer, support a healthy heart, prevent diabetes, reduce inflammation, and help with digestive problems.
Fermented foods are not only beneficial for our health but are also great for a keto diet. If you follow a lazy ketogenic diet plan and avoid all dairy, you can still enjoy the health benefits of probiotics and enzymes by making this Coconut Kefir Recipe.
Coconut Kefir is a probiotic-rich non-dairy drink made by fermenting coconut milk and kefir starter cultures. Apart from coconut milk kefir, other sources of probiotics are sauerkraut, kimchi, or raw full-fat yogurt if you follow a primal approach.
How about carbs in kefir and other fermented foods? Fermented foods are naturally low in carbs. This is a side effect of the fermentation process where bacteria feed on carbohydrates. As a result, the further the fermentation, the fewer carbs it will contain.
Tips & Substitutions
Instead of kefir starter cultures, you can use 2 tablespoons of kefir grains or 2 capsules of your favorite probiotics. If you use coconut milk from a can, use the whole can, not just the “creamed” part on top.
Ingredients (makes 4 cups)
- 4 cups Homemade Coconut Milk
- 1 sachet of kefir starter cultures
- Optional: filtered water to thin down (will result in more volume)
Instructions
- If the cream in your coconut milk has separated from the water, shake well or stir with a non-metal spoon. Add the kefir starter and shake or mix until combined.
- Cover it loosely and leave it at room temperature for 24-48 hours in the kitchen or place it in the oven (only with the light switched on – do not turn the oven on). The best temperature for making kefir is 22 C – 30 C (72 F – 86 F).
- Taste the kefir in 24 hours and leave it to culture for up to 48 hours if needed. When done, shake before use and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can make a new batch by using about 3 tablespoons of the cultured mixture and mixing it with more coconut milk.
- Optionally, add your favorite low-carb sweetener, unsweetened vanilla extract, cinnamon, or berries and make a smoothie. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutritional Facts
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