Book Review: The Dirty, Lazy Keto 5-Ingredient Cookbook
The latest addition to the “Dirty, Lazy, Keto” cookbook series in 2021, The DIRTY, LAZY, KETO 5-Ingredient Cookbook: 100 Easy-Peasy Recipes Low in Carbs, Big on Flavor by Stephanie Laska and William Laska (Adams Media) continues the tradition of delivering delicious keto recipes that fit your macros and are made with just five ingredients!
Curious to know if this cookbook lives up to its promise? Wondering what kind of dishes you can create with only five ingredients? Keep reading for answers to all your questions, along with a sneak peek at some sample recipes!
About the Authors
Stephanie and William Laska are the talented duo behind the popular “Dirty, Lazy Keto” cookbook series. Stephanie's remarkable weight loss journey, featured on shows like “The Today Show”, has inspired many to adopt her approach to the ketogenic diet. Their books provide practical guidance and delicious recipes that align with Stephanie's relaxed and successful take on the dirty, lazy keto lifestyle.
What’s Inside
If you're familiar with the “Dirty, Lazy, Keto” cookbooks, you'll feel right at home with this one. With around 226 pages and 100 recipes, this softcover cookbook features a mix of enticing dishes, some accompanied by mouth-watering images. The recipes are beginner-friendly and emphasize easy keto cooking with a focus on healthy fats.
Chapter 1: An Easier Way to Keto
Before diving into recipes, Chapter 1 delves into Stephanie's approach to keto, emphasizing imperfection and practicality. It also provides essential information on calculating net carbs and incorporating sugar alcohols into your macros.
Chapter 2: Get Your Kitchen Keto-Ready
This chapter covers essential tools, pantry staples, and grocery list items to ensure your kitchen is stocked for successful keto cooking.
Chapter 3: Carefree Cookin’
Stephanie offers insights on recipe formatting and kitchen tips, making this section particularly useful for novice cooks.
Chapter 4: Breakfast Recipes
From Chocolate Chip Muffins to Avocado Toast, this chapter features 13 breakfast recipes that are both familiar and enticing.
Chapter 5: Soups & Salads
Explore 16 recipes for soups and salads, including main courses and sides like Tomato Bisque and Naked Tuna Salad.
Chapter 6: Keto Snacks
This chapter offers 10 snack options, from wings to Movie Poppin’ Corn, catering to your cravings.
Chapter 7: Keto Bread & Pizza
Discover innovative recipes like a ground chicken pizza crust and Minute Bread, perfect for satisfying your pizza and bread cravings.
Chapter 8: Veggies & Sides
From Bamboozling Bacon Brussels Sprouts to Unwed Onion Rings, this chapter offers creative ways to enjoy keto-friendly vegetables beyond cauliflower.
Chapter 9: Keto Mains
The main dish section features 22 diverse and appetizing recipes like One Minute Man Enchiladas and Orange Crush Chicken, offering new ideas for your keto dinner rotation.
Chapter 10: Keto Drinks & Desserts
Wrap up your meal with 20 drink and dessert recipes, including treats like Donuts, Cheesecake Bars, and Skinny Gummy Bears.
Try these recipes from Dirty, Lazy, Keto 5-Ingredient Cookbook right now:
Slip ’n’ Slide Queso Burgers
Simple Salami Skewers
Stuffed Birthday Cake Surprise
What You’ll Learn
While the concept of cooking with just five ingredients may seem limiting, this cookbook offers a range of creative and delicious recipes that can stand alone or be combined with other dishes. You'll also find valuable insights on weight loss, cooking tips, and commonly used keto ingredients and tools.
What We Like
Stephanie's personal anecdotes and practical advice add a relatable touch to the book. Her inclusion of detailed macro breakdowns, prep times, cooking times, and recipe icons makes it easy to navigate and choose dishes that suit your needs.
Room For Improvement
Despite the book's title, some recipes require more than five ingredients in total, which might be misleading. Additionally, a few recipes call for specialized equipment, which could be a drawback for beginners without these tools. Detailed instructions could also be improved to enhance clarity during cooking.
We also wish that all recipes included photos, as visual aids can be helpful in recreating dishes with accuracy.
Final Word
With its approachable tone, practical advice, and diverse range of recipes, this keto cookbook is ideal for beginners looking to explore the world of keto cooking. Whether you're on a weight loss journey or simply seeking delicious keto meals, you'll find plenty of inspiration and guidance in these pages. While some recipes may require more than five ingredients, the overall accessibility and macro breakdowns make it easy to follow a keto diet plan successfully.
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