Is The Paleo diet low carb?

Although paleo does restrict some carb sources, it isn't necessarily a low-carb diet in the same way keto is. Because paleo does not emphasize macronutrients, your diet could theoretically be very high in carbs, depending on which foods you choose to eat within the specified parameters.

Can you eat soy sauce on Paleo?

Soy sauce shouldn't be used on Paleo because it's derived from soy, and soy isn't one of the Paleo approved foods. Plus it's loaded with the kind of sodium you want to avoid while on the Paleo diet. It's better to use coconut aminos instead.

Do you lose weight faster on keto or paleo?

But depending on your goals and your environment, one might be better than the other. The difference is like running a sprint vs running a marathon. Keto may help you lose weight faster, but it can be harder to stick to. Paleo, on the other hand, is easier to stick to, but might not cause you to lose weight as fast.

30+ Low Carb and Paleo Asian Recipes - Don't Mess with Mama (2024)

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ByTracey BlackPublishedMay 30, 2014March 7, 2024UpdatedMarch 7, 2024

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Low Carb and Paleo Swaps

I found that rice or vegetable noodles (get this amazing vegetable spiralizer to make your own vegetable noodles) were perfect for swaps for wheat noodles. I also foundCoconut Aminos– a soy sauce alternative that’s derived from coconuts and both soy free and gluten free – andOrganicville Sky Valley Sriacha hot sauce– a gluten free and preservative free Asian hot sauce. Both sauces serve as a base for many of my own Asian meals as well as those below.

30+ Low Carb and Paleo Asian Recipes

Asian-Fusion

Keto Shiritaki Pad Thai Noodles by Gnom Gnom
Asian Slaw by Real Food RN
Asian Fried Zucchini Noodlesby Oh, The Things We’ll Make

Chinese

Paleo Kung Pao Chicken by I Heart Umami
Paleo Hot and Sour Soup by I Heart Umami
Paleo Coconut Prawns by 40 Aprons
Garlic and Ginger Glazed Baby Bok Choy by Gutsy by Nature
Ginger Garlic Parsnip Noodles by Meatified
Paleo Mongolian Beef by I Heart Umami
Keto Scallion Pancakes by I Heart Umami
Paleo Beef with Broccoli by Gutsy by Nature
Sweet and Sour Chicken by My Gluten-Free Kitchen
Paleo Asian Orange Chicken by Paleo Newbie
Grain Free Chinese Almond Cookies by Tasty Yummies
Chinese Sesame Chicken by I Heart Umami

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Japanese

Hibachi-Style Garlic Lemon Shrimp by Don’t Mess with Mama
Vegetable Nori Wrapswith Sunflower Dipping Sauceby Gourmande in the Kitchen
Keto Low Carb Sushi Roll by Wholesome Yum
Low Carb Cauliflower Sushi by Ditch the Carbs
Salmon Salad Hand Rolls by Primally Inspired
Sesame Crusted Salmon by Primally Inspired
Asian Cucumber Salad with Sesame Ginger Dressing by Primally Inspired
Paleo Ahi Tuna Salad by Stupid Easy Paleo

Korean

Slow Cooker Korean-Style Beef Short Ribby Nom Nom Paleo
Bibimbap Korean Fried Rice by Whole New Mom
Easy Kim Chee by I Heart Umami

Thai

Green Papaya Salad by Stupid Easy Paleo
Paleo Pad Thai by Our Paleo Life
Thai Chicken Noodle Soup (Tom Kha) by Meatified
Tom Kha Gai by Against All Grain
Tom Kha Gai by Revived Kitchen
Pork Larb with Sesame Cucumber Salad by Zen Belly
Thai Chicken Larb by I Heart Umami
Thai Peanut Chicken and Sweet Potato Noodles by Iowa Girl Eats

Is Fish Sauce Approved on a Paleo Diet?

If fish sauce is made with just fish and salt (and possibly other natural ingredients for flavor), then it can be safely consumed on a Paleo diet. Some brands of fish sauce have sugar or chemicals like monosodium glutamate (MSG) added. Some highly processed products labeled “fish sauce” may also contain hydrolyzed wheat protein.>

If you’re following a clean or Paleo diet, avoid these additives and preservatives and look for fish sauce brands that only contain truly natural and pure ingredients. Fish sauce contains a large amount of salt, however, so if you are watching your salt intake you will want to use it sparingly.>

What Can Be Substituted for Oyster Sauce?

Most people use soy sauce as an oyster sauce substitute, as the former provides some color and flavor to the dish. You may also add half a teaspoon of sugar to gluten-free soy sauce or Tamari. Some people add a few drops of Worcestershire sauce to soy sauce, which is meant to replace oyster sauce. Just be sure you’re getting a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce.>

Top Tips for These Paleo And Low Carb Asian Recipes

Rice or vegetable noodles are a great swap for wheat noodles.
A spiralizer is a great tool for making vegetable noodles.
Coconut Aminos is a good Paleo substitute for traditional soy sauce.
When using a wok, make sure it is very hot before cooking.

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