Low Carb Smothered Breaded Pork Chops With Shirataki Noodles

What says “comfort food” better than a skillet meal? Have a delicious Keto dinner for two ready to go in less than an hour! Classic smothered pork chops are given a Keto twist for the better by using a pork rind seasoned breading. After being fried to a crisp in avocado oil, they’re later smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce. To make this meal more filling, shirataki noodles are added into the skillet. These Keto noodles are excellent for a particularly special meal and mimic pasta gosh-darn-near perfectly! If you’re still finding yourself hungry, pair this heavy meal with a light salad or sauteed vegetable side dish. You’ll find many other Keto comfort food sides in the Carb Manager recipe database.

Jessica L.

Shirataki Noodles On The Keto Diet

What exactly is a shirataki noodle? These Japanese noodles are made from yams, which is why they are so low in carbohydrates. They can be a little tricky to find in the grocery store, but they are often with the vegan/plant-based section of the refrigerated aisle. In a holistic way, shirataki noodles are believed to aid in weight loss (because they are so filling), blood sugar, cholesterol, and digestion. Since the carbohydrates in shirataki noodles are still net carbs, you might not want to eat these every single day. But aside from that, this Keto ingredient is a perfect substitution in your diet!

Comfort Food vs Southern Cooking

Don’t get the two mixed up or somebody’s mama will come for you! Comfort food and Southern food (otherwise known as soul food) may cross paths now and again, but they are not the same. Southern soul food always has ethnic roots from black African American culture. This usually includes generational recipes utilizing a variety of beans, greens, and pork (usually parts considered “scrap”). Comfort food is more generalized and covers most of America’s working-class generations. If it feels like the food is sticking to the inside of your ribs, it’s comfort food! Pork chops and traditional cuts are more often used along with thick sauces and starchy side dishes. Mac and cheese, potato salad, and cornbread are all on the list of traditional comfort food. Check back on Carb Manager regularly as we continually add recipes to our growing list of Keto comfort and Southern food dishes.