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KETO LOW-CARB INDIAN FRY BREAD (HEART HEALTHY)

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I believe you’ll love this Keto Indian Fry Bread! When I started following my Keto Low-Carb lifestyle, I thought I would have to forgo my love of Bannock. I grew up eating Bannock. Bannock, also known as Indian fry bread, is an integral part of my Metis history and culture.

The ‘Métis’ (pronounced May-tee) is one of Canada’s three recognized indigenous people (under the Constitution Act of 1982). For many years the term Metis meant ‘half-breed.’ Today we prefer to be called and known as Canada’s first multicultural, indigenous people. As Metis people, we have a rich history with our own language, culture, and foods.

During the 1800s, when Scottish explorers and fur traders came to Canada, many lived with and married our First Nation’s women and settled in pockets throughout the provinces. The Scots brought with them bread called Bannock. The word stems from the Gaelic word ‘Bannach’, meaning ‘morsel.’ The Scottish made their original bread from wheat flour. In Canada, the Metis used cornflour, fried in pork fat. This bread soon became an integral part of the First Nation culinary repertoire.

Cooked hearth-side, Bannock was prepared as a large biscuit that could be broken up or wrapped around a stick and baked over a fire. The Scots cooked the bread on a Bannock Stone, a griddle they placed in front of a fire.

Today most First Nations and Metis families have their recipe, handed down through generations.

When I was young, my parents took us camping, and as a family, we often cooked Bannock over the fire, the dough wrapped around a small tree branch found on the ground or in the forest. Fire baked Bannock is delicious, needing nothing more than some salt. At home, we made Bannock in a frying pan, hence the phrase ‘Indian fry bread.’

I still include Bannock in my culinary repertoire. I use a super simple bread recipe that produces absolutely delicious fry bread. And this fry bread is so much healthier than the recipe taught to me as a child.

You can make one large Bannock, torn into pieces or smaller pancakes, either thick or thin.

This recipe makes four larger or eight smaller Bannock. The larger Bannock (4) are crunchy, flaky, and chewy. The thinner versions are more tender and ideal for sandwiches and Panini.

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WHAT IS THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF KETO INDIAN FRY BREAD?

This Keto Indian Fry Bread has a base combination of almond and coconut flour. Almond flour offers good nutrition. Almond flour is a popular alternative to traditional wheat flour for those who are gluten intolerant or following a low carb diet. It is made from ground almonds and has a nutty flavor that can enhance the taste of baked goods. In terms of nutritional value, almond flour is a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

A quarter cup of almond flour contains about 14 grams of fat, 6 grams of protein, and 3 grams of fiber. It is also low in carbohydrates, with only 2 grams per quarter cup. Additionally, almond flour is rich in vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium, which are essential for maintaining good health. Overall, almond flour is a nutritious and delicious way to add variety to your baking recipes.

WHAT NON-ALC WINE HARMONIZES WITH KETO INDIAN FRY BREAD?

The predominant taste sensations of this Keto Indian Fry Bread are fattiness (from the butter or bacon fat) and saltiness. The texture is both dense, but chewy. A glass of non alcoholic wine would be the ideal partner for a slab of Bannock! With all this fatty pleasure, choose a white non-alc wine with loads of fattiness to match. Think buttery de-alcoholized Chardonnay. Remember if you add other ingredients to the Bannock, choose a non alcoholic wine accordingly.

Zero Alcohol Wine Tips:

ALCOHOL AND KETOSIS:

To support your Keto diet or low-carb lifestyle, opt for quality, non-alcoholic wines that are low-carb and low in sugar. Additionally, alcohol does not align with a keto diet or low-carb lifestyle. Moreover, your liver processes alcohol before nutrients, pausing ketone creation and slowing the ketosis process. Furthermore, your body will metabolize alcohol as fuel before utilizing food, which can decelerate fat burning and may lead to the storage of carbs, fat, and protein as excess body fat. Moreover, alcohol consumption stimulates the appetite, potentially causing overeating.

ALCOHOL AND HEALTH:

Did you know that when you consume alcohol, your liver has to work extra hard to break it down? This can result in damage to your liver. Furthermore, it can elevate your risk of health issues such as inflammation and cancer, particularly with heavy consumption. Additionally, alcohol can disrupt your blood sugar levels, leaving you feeling dehydrated and disrupting your body’s normal functions.

NON-ALCOHOLIC WINE AND HEALTH BENEFITS:

Non-alcoholic wines with minimal carbs and sugar are advantageous for your health. They not only aid in weight management, blood sugar control, and hydration but also contain essential nutrients and antioxidants from grapes that can decrease your risk of health conditions like heart disease. Consequently, since they lack alcohol, they’re ideal for socializing without any adverse effects, promoting feelings of happiness and reduced stress.