pan fried — Blog — Fit Foodie Le

the response from my last post was incredibly overwhelming. i'm already hormonal yall, jeez!!!! some of you even shared your heartfelt, REAL life preggo journeys with me. it just reaffirms the fact that all women have a story to tell. we all jump through, over, and under hoops all day, every day. that's life. God is true to His word though! i'm honored and elated that women were able to connect with me on a more personal level and get encouragement and inspiration to keep pressing through their own struggles. we all need it. anytime you ever feel the need to share with me or ask any particular question about my journey, do so without hesitation! le@fitfoodiele.com. again, thank you all for reading and commenting openly and privately. to God be the glory.

the Rodeo Run went down yesterday morning! i picked up my race packet Friday and brought along a list of 3-year-old b-day party locations to check in the area. yep, Chiso's getting a birthday party this year. we did a small gathering at the house last year for his 2nd and remember i went batty for his 1st so now it's time to venture out. i think. suggestions? email me.

i broke my 'no oats pre-race' rule and had big bowl of them topped with bananas, blueberries, and some coconut crystals before we hit the road.

i walked/ran with a friend of mine, Krystal, and Chiso got to play and hangout with her son, Max. Krystal is in FAB shape, right!? that's her 9 month old daughter in her arms. she is such a big fitsporation to me!

grateful to still be moving and shaking at 25 weeks now. my next race is the Bayou City Classic, and the link is over there in the events side bar! strollers are welcome, so moms, let's do this! email me if you'll be there; i'd love to meet up at the post-race party. and if you see me running, SAY HAY!!!!!

so about that zucchini fritter recipe i own ya.... ugh, they are so incredibly tasty. Sonny took a bite of one and was like, 'there's no meat in this?'

nope.

pan fried curry zucchini fritters

the stuff: (source)

3 large zucchini, shredded/grated
3 green onion, chopped
1/2 cup almond meal or flour
1/2 cup light parmesan cheese, shredded
2 eggs, beaten
1 egg white, beaten
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp curry powder
1-2 tbsp liquid aminos
1 tsp cracked black pepper

do this:

use the larger holes when grating zucchini and shred them onto a dry cup towel.
use those muscles and squeeze out all the liquid possible.
add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and incorporate well.
heat a pan on HIGH coated with nonstick cooking spray (or pour a tsp of olive oil into the pan and spread it around)
place heaping tbsp size scoopfuls of mixture onto hot skillet and press down flat.
convert heat to LOW and cook for approx. 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and done. be patient.

makes 20 small-medium cakes! for 1:

i have the patience of Chiso sometimes when i'm cooking and i often end up with a scramble instead of a perfect patty or cake. i am sooooo dang proud of how these turned out! best ones yet and so much savory deliciousness in every bite. please enjoy them as much as we have. i got some garlic & herb goat cheese from HEB after the race that i have been spreading on them and, well,

i really need to go to bed. now.

have i told you how much i love coconut oil? i've used it to pop popcorn, in desserts, pancakes, pan frying plantains... and most recently, tilapia. coconut oil is good for us on the outside and inside! in addition to hair and skin care benefits, weight loss, digestion, and immunity, it tastes AWESOME. the flavor does amazing things to your dishes- both sweet and savory.

i blinked at the 7 dollar price tag (@ Whole Foods) but it's worth it for sure.

on tonight's dinner menu:

not just any ol' tilapia... coconut-coated tilapia 'pan fried' in coconut oil. YUM. i put 'pan-fried' in quotes cause i definitely don't submerge the fish in oil; i only use about 1/2 a TEASPOON. really, that's it. long as the bottom of your pan is coated, that's totally enough.

my raw coconut flakes from the bulk bins of HEB <3i coated both sides of the fillet, sprinkled it with a little tony c's, and threw it in a low-med heated pan.

7 min on each side.

whala. i paired it with some steamed cauliflower (always have a side of veggies with EVERY meal!) and some kidney beans. the fish is nice and lean, and the coconut oil/flakes balances out the meal with some good, healthy fat. Sonny doesn't even like coconut like that but ate it UP. *whew*

recipe update!

tropical tilapia

the stuff:

2 oz tilapia fillet
2 tbs coconut flakes
2 tsp coconut oil
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp dried parsely
1/2 tsp Bragg's Liquid Aminos (optional)

do this:

**did you notice there's no egg/egg white up there? i didn't need or use a binder this time. the coating sticks firmly to the wet fish, and it stays in place while cooking. i mean if you just want the added protein though, go for it! also, if ya need more, just double, triple, or quadruple the recipe of course.**

1. combine all dry ingredients (coconut flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, paprika) in a shallow pan big enough for your fillet to lay flat in.

2. add coconut oil to your medium heated no-stick pan.

3. coat the fish in your liquid aminos- use your hands! (remember, a little goes a long way- you don't need much at all..it's more for flavoring and 'salting' the fish)

4. dip one side of the fish in your dry coating, then flip.

5. drop it in your pan and fry it up! fish cooks super quick..keep your eye on it. 5-7 min on each side, tops.

6. stuff your face.

per 2 oz fillet: