Eating paleo

Eating paleo

SHRIMP GUMBO When I think of gumbo, I usually think of rice, so for a long time I didn’t make it—but gumbo itself is actually very Paleo-friendly. Traditional gumbos start with a roux, which includes flour, but I skip it completely and am always really happy with the...
Paleo diet basics

Paleo diet basics

PAELLA If you’ve ever had paella, then you know how complex and savory the flavors are. It’s a Spanish rice dish usually infused with saffron and loaded with lots of seafood and sometimes meat. Because the rice is arguably the main ingredient, a Paleo paella might...
Paleo shopping list

Paleo shopping list

GREEN SHRIMP I love this recipe because even though the flavors are super vibrant and strong, the shrimp itself is really versatile and can be added to a great number of meals. I love these “green shrimp” in the spring and summer with a squeeze of lemon—the herby...
The paleo diet

The paleo diet

COCONUT SHRIMP One of my husband’s favorite dishes is coconut shrimp, but I rarely make it for him at home because it’s usually battered and fried. I remember the first time he ordered it—I think we were at an Outback Steakhouse—and I found it strange (in a really...
Paleo lunch ideas

Paleo lunch ideas

BLACKENED SHRIMP TACOS When it comes to non-Paleo food, my favorites are Asian and Mexican. It’s hard for me to resist a taco, so when I find a place that offers lettuce cups instead of tortillas, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. That’s how I make them at home, and...