Chef shares simple one-ingredient recipe for 'zero-carb' crisps
Emma Porter, who wrote "Life Without Diabetes, The Cookbook," shared the 'one-ingredient, zero-carb' crisp recipe to her TikTok account - and it's incredibly simple to make
A culinary whizz and author of a cookbook dedicated to diabetes-friendly recipes has revealed her "one-ingredient, zero-carb" crisps recipe. She claims it's the simplest thing you could possibly whip up.
The brains behind "Life Without Diabetes, The Cookbook" assures that this snack is a breeze to make and perfect for those managing diabetes or insulin resistance. Emma Porter, known on TikTok as @emmaporterskitchen, shared her straightforward Parmesan crisps recipe.
She said: "They take under 10 mins to make and if you need a super quick last-minute gift that look great and are always a conversation starter then these are always a winner."
She further explains that these nibbles are a "fantastic substitute for those with diabetes or insulin resistance. Helping keep blood sugars stable!".
BBC Good Food confirms that hard cheese, like Parmesan, is one of the healthiest options out there. Made from unpasteurised cow's milk and aged for at least 12 months, Parmigiano Reggiano, as it's also known, is packed with "mineral-binding compounds that make it an especially useful source of bone-building minerals such as calcium and phosphorus.", reports Surrey Live.
"It also contains proteins that may modulate the immune system as well as having blood pressure-lowering effects. Thanks to its long ageing process, parmesan has very low levels of lactose, making it a potential option for those with lactose intolerance. However, since it contains cow's rennet, it's not suitable for those following a vegetarian diet."
One Ingredient Parmesan Crisps - full recipe
Ingredients
block of Parmesan (hard cheaper cheeses don't work as well and don't have the same snap/crunch)
One baking sheet with a silicone/non-stick baking sheet
Method
Set oven to 190C
Grate cheese
Pop into measuring tbsp piles (a good pinch). Lay spaced out and not close to the edge as they met and spread out
Bake 7 minutes approx (keep an eye on them!) until golden / browned around edges
Remove from oven and slide sheet off baking sheet. Pop on side to cool for a minute before sliding crisps onto a cooling rack. This will take minutes
You can serve straight away but if you are doing this, you'll want to ensure they're cool so they set and are nice and firm. If you have leftover, simply store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
For an added kick, chuck some chili flakes. And if they're a tad on the greasy side, give them a pat with a kitchen towel so soak up any excess oil.
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