Chinese Fake-Out
Monday, February 15th, 2010
One of the things that I, and many others, miss the most after being diagnosed with celiac disease or food allergens is the convenience and affordability of quick and easy Chinese Take-Out.
Before being diagnosed with celiac we would call our local Chinese restaurant at least once or twice a month and order up the white to-go containers full of traditional Chinese favorites.
I miss those take-out days.
What is a celiac in need of Kung Pao and General Tso to do?
Let’s face it… It’s no ancient Chinese secret that Chinese food is not only jammed packed with gluten and other food allergens, but also hits the jackpot when it comes to high calories, sodium, and saturated fat.
That’s why this Chinese New Years, I decided to give my wok a whirl, sharpen my chop sticks and whip up a few Asian dishes that would put any Chinese restaurant to shame. When I cook up my Asian-inspired dishes, such as Chinese Sesame Broccoli & Beef, I double-dose the health benefits (as well as the cost per dish) by doubling-up the veggies and reducing the amount of meat in each dish.
Join me in making a Chinese New Year’s Resolution to embrace the economical, fresher, healthier and gluten/allergen free benefits of making Chinese dishes right in your very own kitchen.
(Note: For more on the basics of Asian cooking check out this article on BeFreeForMe.com)