BEST FRIED GREEN TOMATOES

Nutrition Facts of Green tomatoes
Serving Size
1 medium (123g)
Calories			28
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g			0%
Saturated Fat 0g			0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg			0%
Sodium 16mg			1%
Total Carbohydrate 6.3g			2%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g			5%
Total Sugars 4.9g			10%
		Includes ~g Added Sugars	~%
Protein 1.5g			3%
Vitamin C 28.8mg			32%
Vitamin D 0mcg			0%
Iron 0.6mg			3%
Calcium 16mg			1%
Potassium 250.9mg			5%
Phosphorus 34.4mg			3%

The benefits of TOMATOES

 One tomato fruit contains most of the beneficial elements of minerals important to the body, indispensable vitamins, along with proteins, amino acids, fiber and carbohydrates, in addition to a very small percentage of fats and fatty acids. Here are the details of all the elements that tomatoes contain:

The most important vitamins and minerals in tomatoes

There are many vitamins that tomatoes contain and are very useful in building the body. Here we learn about the vitamins contained in 100 grams of tomatoes, including:

• Potassium: One of the most important vitamins that gives the heart its health and protects it from various diseases that may affect it. It is an important nutrient in balancing blood pressure. Tomatoes contain about 237 mg of potassium.
• Folic acid: The importance of this vitamin is known, especially for pregnant women, children and adolescents of puberty, as it maintains muscle health and protects against anemia. You can get 20 micrograms of folic acid from one fresh tomato.
• Vitamin C: One of the important vitamins to support the immune system of the body, and what you need of vitamin C daily, you can get 28% of it from a large tomato.
• Vitamin K1: Its importance lies in helping blood clotting, wound healing and preventing bleeding, as well as maintaining bone health and protecting against fragility. You can get 43 micrograms of vitamin K1 by eating a fruit weighing 100 grams.

Fiber and carbohydrates in tomatoes

Tomatoes are a rich source of carbohydrates and fiber, with one medium-sized fruit providing you with about:

• 123 grams of carbohydrates, where fresh tomatoes contain 4% of their carbohydrate content, and glucose and fructose constitute about 70% of the carbohydrate content.
• 1.5 grams of fiber, which is in the form of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin, which is an insoluble fiber.

Other nutrients in tomato fruit

1. Water: 95%.
2. Fat: 0.2 grams.
3. Sugar: 2.6 grams.
4. Protein: 0.9 grams.

Antioxidants in tomatoes

After we got to know the number of calories in tomatoes, and the most important vitamins and other nutrients, it should be noted that this wonderful fruit provides the body with a group of antioxidants such as:

• Beta-carotene: It is responsible for the yellow or orange color that dyes the tomato fruit. This beta-carotene turns into vitamin A in the body. Among its benefits are preventing the appearance of aging symptoms, giving the skin super healthy and smoothness, and protecting the skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
• Chlorogenic acid is very useful for patients with high blood pressure, and contributes to stimulating the liver to produce bile, which is one of the most powerful antioxidants that eliminate free radicals in the body.
• Lycopene acid: One of the antioxidants that contribute to reducing the chance of heart disease and atherosclerosis. It also has a role in lowering blood pressure, and it is responsible for the red color of tomatoes.

This was the most important information about the number of calories in tomatoes and their nutritional benefits, and it remains to emphasize the importance of including them in your meals, whether you follow a diet to lose weight due to its low calorie content, or you want to strengthen your body and protect it from diseases, whether heart or bone diseases. and others.

What you need

• 1 cup stone-ground cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 pinch cayenne
• 1 1⁄2 cups buttermilk
• Kosher salt
• Fresh ground black pepper
• 4 large unripe tomatoes, cut into ½ inch thick slice
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• Hot pepper sauce, for serving
• Lemon wedge, for serving

How to prepare

Step 1: Combine the cornmeal, flour, garlic powder, and cayenne together in a large bowl. Then pour the buttermilk into another bowl and add salt and pepper to it.

Step 2: Dip the tomatoes in the buttermilk and then coat both sides in the cornmeal mixture. Place a skillet over medium heat and coat with oil.

Step 3: When the oil is hot, fry the tomatoes for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until it is golden brown and crispy on both sides. Then remove the tomatoes from the pan carefully and drain on paper towels.

Step 4: Serve and garnish with hot pepper sauce and lemon.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving

379 calories; 17g fat; 48g carbs; 10g proteins

Enjoy!

WENDY’S CHILI

 

The nutrition value of chili

The nutrition facts for 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of raw, fresh, red chili peppers are Trusted Source:

• Calories: 6
• Water: 88%
• Protein: 0.3 grams
• Carbs: 1.3 grams
• Sugar: 0.8 grams
• Fiber: 0.2 grams
• Fat: 0.1 grams

Health benefits of Chili

Pepper contains a variety of nutrients, some of which are very beneficial to human health. Many of these items are reported to reduce the risk of certain lifestyle-related diseases. However, what is worth mentioning are the little-known health benefits of chili pepper consumption. Eating hot peppers can greatly benefit people, as they can:

Eating hot peppers may boost heart health.

Bell peppers contain heart-friendly substances such as potassium and vitamin C, and studies have shown that an increase in potassium intake, along with a decrease in sodium intake, can promote heart health. Besides, cayenne pepper may reduce blood levels of cholesterol and triglycerides, which are common causes of strokes and other cardiovascular diseases.

Hot peppers may have anti-cancer properties.

Chili peppers contain a specific compound, capsaicin, which, according to studies, has been shown to alter the expression of several genes involved in cancer cell survival, angiogenesis, and metastasis.

Cayenne pepper can relieve pain naturally.

Capsaicin is now used as an ingredient in muscle pain relief patches. Besides, it is used as a treatment for osteoarthritis pain. According to studies, capsaicin, when applied topically, has beneficial anti-pain properties.

Hot peppers may have anti-inflammatory properties.

Again, capsaicin is responsible for the anti-inflammatory properties of hot peppers.

Skin improvement

The content in antioxidants such as beta-carotene and vitamin C in red bell peppers can prevent skin damage and aging. Powerful antioxidants protect skin cells from UV damage and free radicals.

Cayenne pepper may increase weight loss.

The magic food that makes you lose weight without any effort does not exist. However, some researchers claim that our bodies use up energy during a procedure called thermogenesis. Hot peppers increase this action a lot. Sweet red pepper also contains substances that increase thermogenesis. Some studies have shown that capsaicin (found in chili peppers) boosts metabolism and increases fat burning.

Cayenne pepper may prevent stomach ulcers.

Although many people believe that hot peppers contribute to stomach ulcers, recent studies have surprisingly revealed the exact opposite. The capsaicin in hot peppers may help prevent ulcers by reducing stomach acid. Capsaicin has also been found to help the stomach produce temporary juices.

Time to prepare: 1 hour 45 mins
Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• 2 (1.25 ounce) packages chili seasoning
• 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
• 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar, or more to taste

Directions

Step 1: In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and press ground beef into the hot oil to form a large patty. Leave it to brown for about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir the ground beef and break into crumbles, then cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 2: Combine the celery, onion, and green bell pepper into ground beef, stir and cook until onion is translucent for about 5 minutes and then pour the stewed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, and water into it. Then break large chunks of stewed tomatoes apart, while stirring in the chili seasoning.
Step 3: Mix the kidney beans and pinto beans into the chili, season with salt and black pepper, and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about an hour.
Step 4: Mix vinegar into the chili and serve.

Nutritional information:

Per Serving:
326 calories; protein: 22.6g; carbohydrates: 28.8g; fat: 14.8g; cholesterol: 55.1mg; sodium: 1521mg.

Enjoy!

Alfredo Chicken Wings

 

Chicken meat occupies a good rank in the food pyramid because it contains multiple nutrients that are beneficial to the body (proteins related to the body, healthy fats, mineral vitamins). It is one of the most important meats after fish. White meat is white meat.

The importance of chicken meat:

1. Chicken meat is one of the foods that burn fat, so it is used to lose weight.

2. It is considered one of the most important sources of protein, which is composed of amino acids that maintain human health by protecting body cells, balancing hormones, and ensuring consistency of muscle strength and elasticity of the skin. The amount of protein found in one gram of chicken meat is greater than that in red meat.

3. Chicken meat contains iron, which is necessary for the formation of red blood cells.

4. Chicken meat contains phosphorus, which is important for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

5. It contains vitamin D, which helps build bones and teeth.

6. It contains several vitamins, including riboflavin, which is important for the exchange of substances in the body and the production of carbohydrates and fats for energy production and for the respiration process in cells.

7. It is characterized by the fact that it contains vitamin B3, the deficiency of which, together with the deficiency of the amino acid tryptophan, leads to dermatitis, insomnia, mental confusion, and diarrhea.

8. Eating chicken and fish reduces the risk of liver cancer.

9. The proteins concentrated in chicken breasts are equivalent to the omega acids found in fish meat, which protect against cardiovascular diseases and prevent strokes.

10. A recent study indicated that eating chicken meat in adolescence is very beneficial and reduces the risk of colon cancer. Specialists who conducted a study on nearly 20,000 women who ate sufficient amounts of chicken meat in adolescence confirmed that they face a lower risk of colon cancer by 10. 40 percent.

The harm of chicken meat 

Due to the short life cycle of broiler chickens (broilers), which usually does not exceed 45 days, breeders are forced, in order to reach the ideal weight during this short period, to feed the chickens on a diet that contains unauthorized high levels of antibiotics and hormones, which in turn are concentrated in the meat and negatively affect human health. After dealing with it, we show the following the most important research studies on this topic:

1. Huda Al-Ali, a nutritionist from Dammam, confirmed that eating large amounts of chicken meat that contains levels of hormones that exceed internationally permitted levels causes great danger to humans. Testosterone should not exceed 0.1 nanograms. Investigating this, it was found that chicken in Arab countries It contains the equivalent of 25.9 nanograms. And the hormone estradiol should not exceed 0.1 ng, and by investigating it, it was found to reach the equivalent of 0.7 ng in chicken meat.

2. The antibiotics that are given to poultry in close periods and with a short lifespan accumulate in their bodies and cause many diseases and symptoms to humans after consuming them, including liver failure and kidney failure.

3. Nutrition consultant Dr. Khaled Al-Madani confirmed that the use of hormones to increase the growth of poultry is illegal, as they are deposited in chicken meat and internal organs such as liver, blood and abdominal fat. Consuming them continuously will affect the immune system and sexual characteristics and increase the chances of developing cancer.

4. International scientific studies and research have unanimously agreed that exposure of humans or animals to the hormone estrogen, for example, leads to an increase in the chance of developing cancerous diseases. The use of hormones such as estradiol, testosterone, progesterone, trenbolone, and others leads to negative effects for humans on the endocrine glands, growth, the immune system, the nervous system, and others.

INGREDIENTS:

20-25 chicken wings

1  tsp Lawry’s seasoned salt

1 /2 tsp Lawry’s garlic salt1  tsp garlic powder

1  tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp pepper

1   tsp paprika

1  1/2 Tbsp baking powder

Alfredo sauce

2  Tbsp. Butter

2  cups  of heavy  whipping cream

2  tsp salt

1  tsp  pepper

2  tsp onion powder

3  tsp garlic powder

1/2 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese

DIRECTION:

Preheat oven to 375.
First, clean your chicken in salt, vinegar, and cold water. Rinse and pat dry.
Season your chicken, then place them on a cooling rack. Place them in the oven and let them cook for 20 minutes. Flip them over, and put them back in the oven for another 20 minutes. Flip them back over and let them finish cooking for 15 more minutes.
Once done, start making your Alfredo sauce. Place a pan on medium heat. Add your butter.
Once the butter melts, slowly whisk in your heavy whipping cream. Next, whisk in your seasoning and let it come to a light boil.
Turn your heat down low, and let simmer for about 3 minutes or until it slightly thickens, then add in your Parmesan cheese. Mix well, then add your chicken wings. Give it a nice toss and plate them.

Enjoy !!

STEAK AND ONION

 

The nutrition value of onion

The main nutrients in 3.5 ounces (100 grams) of raw onions are Trusted Source:

• Calories: 40
• Water: 89%
• Protein: 1.1 grams
• Carbs: 9.3 grams
• Sugar: 4.2 grams
• Fiber: 1.7 grams
• Fat: 0.1 grams

The benefits of onion

Onions are rich in natural nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants that play a role in strengthening immunity and preventing diseases.. Here are the most important benefits of onions via Al-Ain News.

With the outbreak of Corona disease (Covid 19), we must take care of prevention methods, including strengthening the immune system by eating foods that help in that, and onions are among the most important foods that have a role in protecting the body and strengthening the immune system, which prevents many diseases that can to infect the body.

Onions contain the best distinctive nutrients that must be obtained by adding them to food and eating them in order to preserve health. The following are the most important health benefits of onions.

1- Boosting the immune system:

Onions contain a high percentage of vitamin C, as well as vitamin B, which are vitamins that help boost the immune system, which prevents many diseases and protects against infection, in addition to that onions contain selenium, which has a role in stimulating immune functions, reducing inflammation and preventing viral infections. .

2- Prevention of anemia:

Eating onions helps prevent anemia, as studies have confirmed that onions help to boost the level of red blood cells in the body and increase their production, which helps reduce the rate of anemia and anemia.

3- Reduce the risk of cancer:

Onions help reduce the incidence of various cancerous diseases, as it contains a high percentage of powerful antioxidants that protect body cells from free radicals that cause various cancerous diseases.

4- Control the sugar level:

Onions help regulate the level of sugar in the blood, and this is because it contains chromium, which prevents high sugar levels, and for this reason it is recommended to eat onions for diabetics.

And a study mentioned by the "health line" website showed that eating onions reduces blood sugar levels and controls it, in addition to that onions contain compounds such as quercetin and sulfur, which prevent diabetes.

5- Skin protection:

Eating onions helps protect against wrinkles that affect the skin with age, as it contains vitamin C, which helps the production of collagen, and is very beneficial for the freshness and hydration of the skin and reducing skin problems such as pimples, pimples and dryness.

6- Strengthening the heart:

Onions contain antioxidants and compounds that help reduce triglycerides in the blood, and lower cholesterol, which reduces the risk of heart disease. In addition, it contains anti-inflammatory and potassium, which helps reduce high blood pressure, which prevents the occurrence of heart attacks.

INGREDIENTS:

2 large onions, thinly sliced

3 tablespoons clarified butter, divided

1-2 garlic cloves

1 pound rib-eye steaks or other cuts of choice, about ¾ inch thick

3 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided

2-3 fresh thyme stalks (or rosemary if you prefer)

Sea salt and freshly crushed black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Take the steak out of the refrigerator about half an hour before cooking it to bring it to room temperature.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon clarified butter; add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally until the onions begin to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
3. Add 1½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar, season to taste, and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes. Set aside while you cook the steak.
4. Pat the steak dry with paper kitchen towels, brush with some clarified butter, and season to taste.
5. Heat a medium cast-iron skillet and add the steak. Sear it for about 1 minute per side, then the remaining clarified butter, garlic, thyme, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for another minute or so per side, flipping once until it forms a nice brown crust.
6. Once it has cooked to the desired doneness, transfer to a plate and tent with aluminum foil. Let it rest for about 5-6 minutes then cut it and serve topped with the caramelized onions.

Enjoy !

Keto Alice Springs Chicken

 

What is the keto diet?

The ketogenic diet, keto diet or the ketogenic diet is a diet that is low in carbohydrates and has a higher level of fat. This change in diet prompts the body to burn fat for energy.

This reduction in carbohydrate levels results in the body shifting into a metabolic state called ketosis, as a result of the liver converting fats into ketones (chemicals that the liver releases from stored fat as a substitute for energy production).

And because burning fat is the effective way to lose weight, the keto diet works to lose weight by eating carbohydrates at a rate of less than 50 grams per day, which prompts the body to break down proteins and fats for energy. Where the body reaches the state of ketosis after 3 to 4 days have passed from the depletion of blood sugar from the body, and thus weight loss in the first week of following the keto diet.

Health benefits of the keto diet

Numerous studies have indicated the health benefits of the keto diet, the most important of which are:

1. Weight loss

The keto or keto diet helps in losing weight, as it is the stimulating diet that reduces appetite by reducing the levels of hormones that cause hunger, and helps to increase the metabolism that converts food and drinks into energy. A study has proven the effect of the keto diet on weight loss, after noting that people who follow the keto diet lose about a kilogram compared to people who follow a low-fat diet.

2. Reducing the risk of some types of cancer

The keto diet may reduce the incidence of cancer, as a result of the keto diet’s contribution to the elimination of cancer cells, and the ketogenic diet contributes to reducing the risk of complications from the hormone insulin that controls blood sugar, and a study has proven that adopting this diet in addition to radiation treatments The chemical may have anti-cancer effects.

3. May improve heart health

The keto diet can contribute to promoting heart health and preventing health complications associated with it, such as cardiovascular disease, by reducing total cholesterol, bad cholesterol, and triglycerides, in exchange for increasing good cholesterol, but only if a person eats healthy fats instead of unhealthy fats, then Healthy and balanced diet.

4. Enhance brain function

The ketones that are secreted from the liver after following the keto diet are beneficial in promoting the health of brain neurons that may die with age, and in protecting the brain from the risks of neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s.

5. Reduce potential seizures

The keto diet changes the metabolism process and how the body uses energy from foods and drinks. The ketogenic phase that the body reaches helps reduce exposure to seizures suffered by patients with epilepsy and their symptoms that are difficult to control with medication.

6. Improve symptoms of PCOS

A high-carbohydrate diet causes weight gain in women with PCOS, and a study has shown that following the keto diet can improve symptoms of PCOS, which include hormonal imbalance and weight gain.

Allowed and prohibited in the keto diet

What is allowed on keto?

Followers of the ketogenic diet are keen to eat carbohydrates by a maximum of 50 grams per day, and in order not to exceed this percentage, followers of the keto diet are keen to eat foods that contain the lowest percentage of carbohydrates, which usually include:

Seafood and fish

Fish and seafood such as salmon and tuna are among the foods that people are keen to eat to take advantage of the benefits of the keto diet, as they are rich in vitamins and minerals and low in carbohydrates.

Non-starchy vegetables

Vegetables are foods rich in carbohydrates, so people following the keto diet are advised to eat non-starchy or low-carb vegetables such as spinach, kale, and cauliflower.

Avocado

Eating avocados when following the keto diet can help stimulate the metabolism process to transition the body from normal to ketogenic state, as a result of avocados containing potassium.

Healthy oils

To get enough fat, it is recommended to get healthy fats by eating oils such as olive oil and avocado oil, nuts and seeds, then butter, cream and natural cheese.

Meat

It is also recommended in the keto diet to eat slices of red meat, chicken and turkey.

Food prohibited on the keto diet

Followers of the keto diet or ketogenic diet are advised to limit their intake of foods that are high in carbohydrates. Foods that should be reduced or eliminated on the ketogenic diet include:

Fruits

When following the ketogenic diet, it is recommended not to eat fruits that are high in carbohydrates, such as grapes and bananas, except for a few medium-sized strawberries or oranges.

Cereals, starches and legumes

It is also recommended to avoid eating legumes such as beans, lentils, chickpeas, grains and starches such as wheat, rice, pasta, potatoes and carrots because they contain a high percentage of carbohydrates, in order to avoid exceeding the maximum recommended daily intake of carbohydrates, which is 50 grams.

Processed foods

In the keto diet, processed foods must be avoided because they are high in carbohydrates and trans fats, in addition to their health risks.

Sugary drinks

Among the foods that are recommended to be avoided on the keto diet are sugary drinks such as soda and fruit juice, then also sugary foods such as sweets, cake and ice cream.

Unhealthy fats

In the keto diet, it is recommended to avoid low-fat products and condiments that contain unhealthy fats, such as mayonnaise and ketchup.

Keto Alice Springs Chicken

Ingredients:

2 cups sugar free honey mustard

12 oz bacon, chopped

3 large chicken breasts, pounded thin and cut in half

8 oz mushrooms, chopped

2 cups shredded cheese

Garlic powder

Paprika

Seasoned salt

Green onions to garnish (optional)

Direction:

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.

Cook bacon in a skillet until done and crumble. Set to the side.

Season chicken and brown both sides in the bacon grease about 5 minutes per side.

Remove the chicken from the skillet and place in the casserole dish.

Add mushrooms to skillet and cook for about 5 minutes.

Pour half of the honey mustard over the chicken, then mushrooms, bacon and cheese.

Bake for 20 minutes.

Add green onions on top to garnish.

Enjoy!