FODMAP diet and a New Found Love

A unsolicited random email has. Changed. My. Life! 

Yes, that's right.  After years of dealing with Crohn's and IBS, I received a random email a few weeks ago and that has completely changed my life....and my kitchen cupboards!  I am not going to go into detail to explain what the FODMAP "diet" is because a simple Google search will provide you with a wealth of information that I could never provide.

Alas, this new diet strategy has taken a toll on my recipes.  But, through this experience I have tried some some new recipes that equal the dumpling-laden dishes of my childhood.  So, with that said, let me share with you the amazing recipe I made last night for dinner.  It. Was. FABULOUS! 

 
Pot Sticker Salad with Orange-Carrot Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic infused olive oil
  • 12 frozen pot stickers
  • 1 cup frozen baby green peas
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped baby carrots
  • 2 tablespoons ginger-sesame salad dressing (recipe below)
  • salt to taste

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the pot stickers into the hot oil flat-side-down. Cook until the bottom has turned golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the water. Cover, and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook until the pot stickers have completely thawed and are hot on the inside, 8 to 10 minutes.
  2. Run cold water over peas in a colander until thawed                   
  3. Place the pot stickers, carrots, lettuce and peas in a large bowl.  Pour Dressing over ingredients. Season to taste with salt, and toss to mix. Serve immediately. 

Ginger-Carrot Salad Dressing      

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup garlic-infused olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 cup baby carrots

 Directions

  1. Put all ingredients in blender and blend (If using a Blendtec, select Dressing)

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