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Related: About this forumI tried Shirataki noodles
My daughter got me some on Amazon, and brought them for me. She also brought Shirataki rice.
Ordinarily, I'd be wary of something which is described as 'don't worry about the odor. It is supposed to smell like that and if you rinse it long enough the odor goes away' But I haven't had pasta or rice for a month. When I found these low-carb alternatives, I was ready to try them. I didn't think the noodles smelled horrible when I opened the pack, but there was a slight odor of decay. I followed the directions on prep and the smell did go away. I had them with stir-fried veggies and chicken. The noodles are very chewy, and bland, but the vegs and chicken tasted good with the noodles.
I'm not on a keto diet, but reduced my intake of carbs recently. I have limited bread, white potatoes, beans, and other high-carb food, and avoided pasta entirely. After a month's break, the Shirataki noodles were fine. My daughters also tried them. Both are vegetarians, one is a dietitian and they thought they were ok. I'm going to try the rice the next time I cook. If the texture is good, I'll try to make some sushi rolls.
Has anyone else tried these?
irisblue
(32,961 posts)I have not got them yet, and your idea of chicken and vwggies in an "asian style sauce" sounds like something to try.
Marthe48
(16,932 posts)pangaia
(24,324 posts)Also another option might be kelp noodles, also very low in calories and healthy.. plus these, once a package is opened, will keep forever in the fridge,,
Marthe48
(16,932 posts)I'm planning an online shopping trip soon.
Lisa0825
(14,487 posts)I thought they were awful
Arkansas Granny
(31,513 posts)My daughter uses the cauliflower "rice" in risotto and fried rice. Her carb loving husband can hardly tell the difference.
Marthe48
(16,932 posts)not yet in fried rice. Just steamed and seasoned.