Shirataki Tuna Noodle Casserole
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 272
Cutting back on carbs doesn't mean you have to give up noodles. You just need the right noodle, like the one used in this shirataki tuna casserole.
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Ingredients
- 10 ounces responsibly fished tuna see note
- 14 ounces shirataki ziti Miracle Noodles 2 bags
- ½ cup grated cheddar cheese divided
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1 cup coconut milk or other low carb milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon pepper
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- pork rinds
Instructions
- Rinse and drain shirataki noodles well. Soak for 5 minutes if desired (this helps rid the unpleasant taste).
- Stir fry shirataki noodles in dry pan over medium high heat until noodle feel as if they are sticking to the pan (they should be very dry at this point).
- Pour noodles into a 1 ½ quart baking dish and add tuna. Set aside.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter over low heat.
- Gradually add coconut milk.
- Sprinkle in ⅓ cup shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and xanthan gum.
- Heat until thick and bubbly.
- Add salt and pepper.
- Add cream cheese until smooth.
- Pour over tuna and shirataki noodles in baking pan.
- Sprinkle reserved cheddar cheese on top and then pork rinds (if using).
- Bake at 375°F for about 40-45 minutes or until top begins to brown.
Notes
If you aren't a fan of tuna, simply replace it with broccoli or another low carb veggie. Fresh or frozen vegetables could be used.
Nutrition
Serving: 190g | Calories: 272 | Carbohydrates: 6.7g | Protein: 15.5g | Fat: 22.7g | Saturated Fat: 16.3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 644mg | Fiber: 4.7g | Sugar: 1.5g
Additional Info
Net Carbs:
2
g
|
% Carbs:
2.9
%
|
% Protein:
22.6
%
|
% Fat:
74.5
%
|
SmartPoints:
11