Soya bean masala | Kukskitchen

Soya beans are a great source of protein. It is a great additive to your meal and tasty too. They are supposed to provide the phyto oestrogens ( plant estrogen) which is good especially for post menopausal ladies. But then this has never been proved on cochrane  reviews. So boys, don't worry. Devour on this cheap protein.

I present here my own version of soya bean masala. It tastes amazing and goes really well with roti and rice.

Whole Roasted Indian Tandoori Chicken | Kukskitchen

A whole roasted Indian Chicken is a winner at any dinner party. It can be done in umpteen number of ways. Some of the recipes have biriyani rice stuffed in the chicken's belly. I know, that can be such a show-stopper. I share with you here one that I most like and straight forward to make. It is time consuming, but for most of the cooking time the chicken can be left unattended giving time to prepare its accompaniments like Tandoori roti or favoured rice.

One pot Mexican Quinoa | Kukskitchen

Quinoa ( pronounced KEEN-wah) is the world’s most popular “superfood.” It is loaded with protein, fiber and minerals, but doesn’t contain any gluten. The year 2013 was actually called “The International Year of Quinoa” by the United Nations (UN), based on its high nutrient value and potential to contribute to food security worldwide.

Green chicken Kebab | Kukskitchen

Chicken is so versatile. It is an essential ingredient in any dinner party, for me. Most people like it and are safe when given to kids. I try to dress them up different from time-to-time. This kebab is such a discovery. I can not remember where I got this recipe from. I had it saved since so long. When ever I make it, it becomes an instant hit and the talking stock for the next few days.

Skinny Pineapple Almond milk Smoothie | High Protein Low carb smoothie | Kukskitchen

Smoothie is a household favourite. I use it to get nutrients in my little one and it helps to finish off left over fruit. The high protein low carb craze means I had to try protein rich almond milk in my smoothie. Now, I have to warn you if you are making it for your kid, use full fat milk and add some honey or maple syrup for taste.

A glassful would keep you full for a good few hours..... Helps me 'the snacker'. :)

Salmon baked in Indian Spices | Kukskitchen

Salmon is a great fish for its taste its essential oils and its low fat protein content. It is perfect if you want a low carb high protein dinner. The crispy skin, the juicy flesh and the spicy coat on top makes this dish a winner!!

Chicken and Barley Soup - Low in calories high in protein | Kukskitchen

Here's another soup to add to your list of high protein low carb lunch ideas. This is especially delicious with the goodness of barley.

A few things before we start:

• I oven baked my chicken breasts, plain- no salt no pepper, for 30 minutes at 180 degree celsius.
• I used reconstituted chicken stock from a cube.
• Instead of leeks one could use arugula, which better reputed for being nutritious. 
• Spinach goes well in this recipe too.

Skinny High Protein Banana Oatmeal Pancakes | Kukskitchen

As part of the high protein low carb initiative, I've turned my son's favourite meal in to a skinny high protein variant. There is somehting for everyone in this recipe. Protein powder for the man, banana and honey for the kid and blue berries for the female gene. Blueberries are full of antioxidants and are a brilliant support if you are trying to lose those extra few pounds.

Hope you like it!

Savoury Muffins to get kids eating vegetables | Egg Muffins | Kukskitchen

I struggle to get any vegetable down my little one. I frequently try to disguise them but kids now-a-days, as sharp as they are, realise the difference in taste and pick them out. So I changed my strategy. I will tell him what is in there but club it with some thing he finds really yummy.

Presented below is one such invention - Savoury muffin. He likes muffins (who doesn't!!) and he likes eggs and sausages. I have tried various vegetables in this muffin and he eats them hands down each time. Amma 1- Mathai 0. 

Make sure you serve with carbs in some form to make it a balanced meal. These yummy muffins go well with potato wedges and ketchup. To make them at home, blanch cleaned and wedged potatoes in boiling water for 6-8 mts. Drain and dry. Toss them in salt and pepper and a pinch of red chilli powder and oven bake at 200 degrees for 15 minutes.

White Turkey Bean Chilli soup - Low in calories high in protein | Kukskitchen

I wish to start a new trend in my blog - Low Carb- High Protein food. In the coming weeks I will be exploring more in to this theme and would love for you'all to join me in this venture.

I've come to realise that many of the traditional food from the land of Kerala are high in protein when used in the right combinations. Take for example the breakfast foods like puttu kadala and dosa sambhar. Out ancesters have married the carb in puttu with the protein in the gram whilst the batter for dosa itself is a beautiful combination of carb and protein.

White bean chilli soup one of our lunch box favourites and is made with turkey mince to make it leaner.

Beef in red wine | Kukskitchen

Beef is an all-time-favourite in our households. It usually gets pressure cooked with spices and then dried in oil for a crispy effect. Beef in red wine is slow cooked, making the beef extra tender and full of flavour.

Spicy Tofu and chick pea curry | Kukskitchen

I am a self-proclaimed carnivore. However, I can confidently cook-up a veggie side dish, but when it comes to vegetarian mains I am not the confidant cook you see at other times. Recently I have made that extra effort to try and innovate on veggie mains as well and like all carnivores I go for a meat-like option. Guilty!!

I like soya chunks, paneer and my current favourite is tofu. It is silky in texture and melts in your mouth. Tofu greedily absorbs all the yumminess you add to your dish enriching its own flavour. My hubby likens it to cooked white of egg. Well, you've got to try to see what you think. Presented is a hearty tofu and chick pea curry. The bite from the chick peas complements the silky tofu very well. Please adjust the spice level to your fiery threshold.

Soya chunks stir fry | Low fat meat alternative | Kukskitchen

Soya chunks is something that has never been featured in kukskitchen. The whole 'going healthy' pairs well with soya chunks.  Soy is rich in protein and low in fat. There are many a variety of soya available in the shops - tofu and dried soya meat being just the most common ones I have seen.