Recipe by: Emily Kenyon | @honest_avocado on IG
Ingredients:
Chicken Tenders
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We like to say “if you aren’t adding flavor, you’re doing it wrong!” But we also know that for our AIP friends, this is easier said than done!
The Autoimmune Protocol eliminates nightshade spices like paprika and cayenne and even takes nutmeg off the table. The good news is there’s a whole world of healing, AIP-compliant spices out there—starting with those featured in our own AIP blend!
We love garlic and oregano because they provide an incredible flavor base in our blends. But they also contain powerful healing compounds!
Holistic and homeopathic medicine has relied on oregano oil to cleanse wounds, fight infections and combat pathogens for centuries. Did your grandma ever tell you to swallow whole garlic cloves when you feel a cold coming? That’s likely because of garlic’s antiseptic properties.
Herbs like oregano and sage have amazing antimicrobial and antibacterial properties as well, probably because of their concentration of phenols. In one study, researchers investigating the antimicrobial properties of thyme, sage and oregano found all three plants effective in combating some strains of bacteria.
Unlike many other natural remedies, these herbs don’t work by stimulating the immune system. That makes them a great alternative for those of us with autoimmune disease whose immune systems are already fired up. You can buy spices in a concentrated form as a supplement, but starting out with dried spices is a perfect way to test the waters of these potent herbs!
To maximize healing potential, seek out herbs that are non-irradiated. Many spice blends contain not only nightshade spices, but binding and anti-caking agents that are not AIP-friendly. We’ve made sure Paleo Powder AIP’s clean ingredient list is a safe choice.
Whether you’re following the Autoimmune Protocol as laid out by Dr. Sarah Ballantyne or perhaps taking on Dr. Terry Wahls’ protocol, you’ll notice that veggies should form the bulk of your autoimmune-friendly diet. We’re talking a goal of 9-14 servings of vegetables a day!
The reasons for this are pretty plain. Vegetables are the most nutrient-dense foods in our system (besides organ meat, and that’s a whole other can of liver!), meaning they provide us with an amazing balance of micronutrients, fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Autoimmune disease often leaves us depleted of these key nutrients, and shoring up our stores can mean loading up our plates with veggie matter.
For many of us, nine servings a day might sound like a lofty goal. And if you’re simply chowing down on cut raw veggies, it is darn near impossible! But remember our suggestion at the beginning of this post. You’ll be amazed what adding a little all-purpose seasoning blend to your veggies and some simple cooking techniques can achieve!
For example, we love roasting a big sheet of veggies tossed in olive, avocado or coconut oil and Paleo Powder AIP. A temperature of 425° will yield perfectly soft veggies that are slightly caramelized and crisp at the edges. Paleo Powder AIP is also a perfect complement to mashed and blended root veggies!
Keeping veggies vibrant with spices is a great way to skip the boredom and meet our nutrient density goals.
Just as nutrient density helps us make the most of our AIP meals, variety can help us stick with the AIP for the long haul.
That means working in servings of high-quality meat, seafood, fat and veggies along with a little organ meat. If you’re bored with simple meals, why not try a little experimentation? Believe it or not, it’s completely possible to cook delicious, flavorful meals—even some that mimic your favorite restaurant takeout—while following the elimination phase of the AIP.
Some of our favorite, flavorful AIP recipes include:
There’s freedom in teaching yourself to cook using different techniques, new cuts of meat and of course, different spice blends!
AIP Paleo Powder isn’t designed to be use with a particular protein, cuisine or even cooking style. Instead, we intentionally designed this nightshade-free blend to be versatile and subtle. It’s great on its own but can also be a wonderful base to build on—you can easily add even more healing power with spices like turmeric and ginger.
If you’re bored on the AIP, get into the kitchen and experiment with spice! It’s a surefire way to fall back in love with cooking. Plus, these little micronutrient powerhouses yield impressive benefits for our health, making them a welcome choice for those seeking health through an autoimmune-friendly elimination diet.
When we embrace the healing herbs and spices we can have, we won’t even miss the ones that don’t support our health!
]]>Raising awareness during COVID-19 to lift business outlook
GIDDINGS, TX (May 2020): As we enter a new phase of recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, early stage CPG companies need to rethink their strategies. Dustin Gersch — CEO of Paleo Powder Seasonings, is confident that people who are interested in making better food decisions will be looking for products that are easy to swap for traditional, sodium and filler heavy seasonings.
Today, Paleo Powder Seasoning is announcing its partnership with Meal Prep on Fleek, leader in meal prep recipes and education, as a way to introduce a better-for-you seasoning to millions of people who are interested in making better food choices.
“We have been diversifying content and outreach over the last several years. You’ll see more and more recipe videos, online courses, ebooks, and education coming from this partnership,” Gersch said. “We’ve got amazing distribution into stores like Sprouts, Whole Foods, and Walmart and really need to help American’s bring whole ingredient seasoning to the table.”
Gersch also added that during the pandemic itself, brands have had to pivot to create innovative solutions on a dime.
“With the increasing amount of new online shoppers it’s more important than ever to be omnipresent…you buy Paleo Powder in store if you’re still making grocery trips, but you can also order online and have it shipped right to your door,” Gersch said.
Meal Prep On Fleek is the leading authority in meal prepping and strives to change the world, one meal at a time, through healthy, simple, and affordable meal prep recipes that look and taste, amazing. Meal Prep on Fleek operates additional online properties including @MealPrepMondays and @EasyMealPrepRecipes and reaches over 1 Million people every month. For more information about the Meal Prep on Fleek brand and community, www.MealPrepOnFleek.com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn
Paleo Powder is a line of great tasting, versatile, diet-specific all-purpose seasoning blends formulated to enhance the flavor of almost any dish without the unhealthy ingredients and disruptive additives found in most seasoning blends. Paleo Powder exists to provide the everyday home cook flavorful, one-stop, healthy seasoning blends. For more information about Paleo Powder, connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
Press Contact: Dustin Gersch - sales@paleopowderseasonings.com
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For a complete list of ingredients for each of our blends, click on individual product pages in our Shop.
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In the spirit of PALEO UNPACKAGED healthy eating, this is the fifth post in a series where we share with you the ingredients, recipes and gadgets we personally use that make our PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle totally easy and damn delicious.
We’re sharing five breakfast recipes that are easy, hearty and key to the starting every day like the winner you are.
Paleo Powder Spinach and Eggs
Instant Noatmeal
Zucchini Frittata
Pumpkin Waffles
In the spirit of PALEO UNPACKAGED healthy eating, this is the fourth post in a series where we share with you the ingredients, recipes and gadgets we personally use that make our PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle totally easy and damn delicious.
We’re sharing five (we might have snuck a sixth in there) recipes for desserts that are so good and so easy, we never miss a moment of healthy “indulgence.”
Chocolate Almond Butter Cups
PP SUGGESTION: Try adding some unsweetened coconut flakes to the almond butter filling for a little more texture and flavor!
http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/1114449/chocolate-almond-butter-cups
Baked Bananas
http://agirlworthsaving.net/2014/02/baked-bananas-2.html
Pumpkin Poppers
http://gapsdietjourney.com/2012/11/pumpkin-poppers-gluten-free-grain-free/
Banana Coconut Cookies
PP SUGGESTION: Keep them in the refrigerator (if they don't all get eaten at first sight!) to the sturdy and give the chocolate a crunch.
http://www.intoxicatedonlife.com/2015/04/03/banana-coconut-cookies-grain-free-sugar-free/
Chocolate Cupcakes with “Peanut Butter” Frosting
PP SUGGESTION: The flavor and consistency of this frosting is heaven - use it on any cake, cupcake, pie, etc.
http://www.paleonewbie.com/paleo-chocolate-cupcakes-with-peanut-butter-frosting/
Paleo Not-ella (Chocolate Hazelnut Butter)
http://civilizedcavemancooking.com/recipes/desserts/paleo-not-ella-chocolate-hazelnut-butter/
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In the spirit of PALEO UNPACKAGED healthy eating, this is the third post in a series where we share with you the ingredients, recipes and gadgets we personally use that make our PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle totally easy and damn delicious.
We’re sharing five recipes for snacks that we like to make ahead and have on hand, because snacks are mandatory at Paleo Powder Headquarters.
Seasoned Nut Medley
Banana Granola
Coconut Cashew Bars
Paleo Powder Crackers
In the spirit of PALEO UNPACKAGED healthy eating, this is the second post in a series where we share with you the ingredients, recipes and gadgets we personally use that make our PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle totally easy and damn delicious.
In this post, we’re sharing five recipes that are on heavy rotation in our Paleo/Vegetarian (you can always add meat, if that’s your thang!) household, because doable, reliable, flavorful standbys are never a bad thing.
Zucchini Pizza Crust
PP SUGGESTION: We replace spices with Paleo Powder Pink and like to top with Paleo Powder Pesto (instead of a tomato sauce) and some crispy roasted brussels sprouts.
http://www.kalynskitchen.com/2012/08/zucchini-crust-pizza-margherita.html
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
PP SUGGESTION: We like to skip the honey and add Paleo Powder Pink and poblano peppers to kick up the flavor a bit.
http://www.bunsinmyoven.com/2013/11/11/honey-cinnamon-roasted-sweet-potatoes/#8WIW7Kjmo4FCoYwX.99
Butternut Squash “Risotto”
PP SUGGESTION: We like to add Paleo Powder Herbed with the broth (we use vegetable broth) and serve with sautéed mushrooms on top.
http://paleogrubs.com/butternut-squash-risotto-recipe
Cauliflower Fried Rice
PP SUGGESTION: Just eat this one OR remove the peas if you’re sticking to no legume consumption.
http://therecipecritic.com/2015/01/cauliflower-fried-rice/
Almond Flour Tortillas
PP SUGGESTION: We swapped out the coconut flour for almond flour and got a consistency we liked better but they’re solid either way…especially stuffed with Paleo Powder Pink roasted cauliflower and spinach.
http://blog.paleohacks.com/how-to-make-tacos/
Because flavor like this takes almost any meal to the top – I mean the very tippy top.
Paleo Powder Pesto
http://www.paleopowderseasoning.com/#!Paleo-Powder-Pesto/cbtk/569823410cf20ee37c75b995
There are plenty of pre-packaged Paleo snacks and ready-to-eat Paleo meals out there to throw your money at, but why do that when you can make it yourself. At Paleo Powder headquarters, we’re all about (what we like to call) the PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle because:
We like to know exactly what and how much of it we are putting in our bodies - good stuff only, duh
We don’t like to have to run to a store whenever we want to eat - which is often and we’ve got no time for that
We can’t afford to rely on those pre-made, packaged Paleo snacks and meals - talkin’ about money with a capital “M"
Once you start cooking for yourself/fam on the reg, it actually becomes fun as well as extremely satisfying - dancing in the kitchen anyone?
We think home-prepared food is the true the Paleo way!
In the spirit of PALEO UNPACKAGED healthy eating, this is the first post in a series where we share with you the ingredients, recipes and gadgets we personally use that make our PALEO UNPACKAGED lifestyle totally easy and damn delicious.
Without exception, these are food items we always have stocked in our PALEO UNPACKAGED kitchen and ensure we are always able to cook up a healthy feast at a moment's notice (and we purchase nearly all of them at our regular old, nothin' fancy grocery store)…
The pesto flavor game is real. This magical sauce is almost as versatile as our Paleo Powder Seasonings! Packed with protein and full of goodness, use this pesto on everything from zucchini noodles to cauliflower pizza and even with eggs.
Paleo crackers with extra flavor yet still pair with all your toppings? Here they are...
A quick, healthy and hearty Paleo breakfast recipe to get your morning started right...
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