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  • Salmon with Pea Puree

    Salmon with Pea Puree

    How to Make Salmon with Pea Puree

    Pink salmon is doled out on a gorgeous green bed of pea puree in this elegant dish. If you are preparing the dish for a party, you can make the fish and the pea puree a day ahead of time and reheat them before serving.

    Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

     


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    1 piece salmon with 1/2 cup puree

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 425
    2. Combine the peas, the juice of 1 lemon, the
      vegetable stock, salt, and pepper in a blender.
      Puree until smooth.
    3. Grease a baking dish with the olive oil. Place the salmon in the dish and turn to coat with the oil. Sprinkle each piece with the seasoning mix and the remaining juice of 1 lemon. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
    4. Pour the puree on a serving platter. Place the salmon on top. Garnish with lemon wedges.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 piece salmon with 1/2 cup puree


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      280

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      9g

      12%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      65mg

      22%

    • Sodium
      250mg

      11%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      19g

      7%

      • Dietary Fiber
        7g

        25%
      • Total Sugars
        8g

    • Protein
      29g

    • Potassium
      750mg

      16%

    Ingredients

    ground cumin
    1/4 tsp

    turmeric
    1/4 tsp

    ground allspice
    1/4 tsp

    ground coriander
    1/4 tsp

    fresh sweet peas
    1 lbs

    lemon (juiced)
    2

    low sodium vegetable broth
    1/2 cup

    salt
    1/4 tsp

    black pepper
    to taste

    olive oil
    1 tsp

    salmon fillet (cut into 4 equal pieces)
    1 lbs

    lemon (quartered)
    1

  • Cinnamon Flan

    Cinnamon Flan

    How to Make Cinnamon Flan

    You might be asking yourself, “How can it be possible to have a flan in a diabetes-friendly cookbook?” I have to tell you that this happens to be one of my favorite desserts in this book. The magic trick was not using condensed milk and using fat-free evaporated milk instead. Of course, a flan is not a flan without caramel. And for caramel you need real sugar. I used just enough caramel to make this dessert delicious but still guilt-free.


    10 min prep time


    5 hr cook time


    8servings


    1 wedge with 1/3 cup raspberries

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
    2. Combine the sugar and water in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the caramel is lightly browned, about 12 minutes. Immediately pour the caramel into a 2-quart round baking dish, tilting the dish to evenly coat. Set aside until the caramel is cool and hardened, about 10 minutes.
    3. Meanwhile, combine the milk, evaporated milk, sugar substitute, cinnamon powder, and cinnamon sticks in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in the vanilla and let stand 15 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks.
    4. Beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk into the milk mixture until well blended. Pour into the baking dish.
    5. Place the baking dish with the flan mixture into a 9 × 13-inch roasting pan and fill the roasting pan with enough hot water to come one-third of the way up the sides of the baking dish. Bake until the custard is set but jiggles slightly in the center, 50–55 minutes.
    6. Transfer the pan to a rack; let cool 1 hour. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 3 hours or overnight. To unmold, run the tip of a small knife around the edge of the flan. Place a large flat plate on top of the flan and flip it over. Cut the flan into wedges and serve each wedge with 1/3 cup raspberries.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 wedge with 1/3 cup raspberries


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      160

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3.5g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      120mg

      40%

    • Sodium
      125mg

      5%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      22g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        19g

    • Protein
      10g

    • Potassium
      360mg

      8%

    Ingredients

    sugar
    1/3 cup

    water
    1/4 cup

    skim milk
    2 cups

    evaporated skim milk
    1 (12 oz) can

    low-calorie sugar substitute
    3 tbsp

    ground cinnamon
    1/4 tsp

    cinnamon sticks (broken in half)
    2

    vanilla extract
    2 tsp

    raspberries
    2 2/3 cups

    large eggs
    5

  • Mini Vegetable Frittata

    Mini Vegetable Frittata

    How to Make Mini Vegetable Frittata

    Frittate, as they are called in Italy, can be downsized into mini portions for the perfect low carb breakfast on-the-go. This version calls for mushrooms, leeks, and zucchini, but you could make these with any seasonal vegetables. Try artichokes and asparagus in the spring, tomatoes and eggplant in the summer, or fennel and roasted peppers in the fall.

    Find this recipe and more in the second edition our best-selling cookbook, The Mediterranean Diabetes Cookbook. To order directly from the American Diabetes Association, click here.

     


    10 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    6servings


    2 Mini Frittatas

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. Heat olive oil in a large, wide, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden (about 4 minutes). Add the mushrooms and zucchini, and cook until browned (about 4 minutes). Add the leeks, stir, and cook for another 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and set aside until cooled.
    3. In a large bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, basil leaves, and pecorino cheese. Add the cooled vegetables to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
    4. Grease a 12-hole muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray and distribute the egg and vegetable mixture evenly into the holes, filling each 1/2-3/4 of the way. Put muffin tin in the oven and bake until the frittata tops are golden and the eggs are set, about 8-10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      2 Mini Frittatas


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      180

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      14g

      18%

      • Saturated Fat
        3.6g

        18%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      125mg

      42%

    • Sodium
      150mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      8g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%
      • Total Sugars
        4g

    • Protein
      7g

    • Potassium
      310mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    olive oil
    1/4 cup

    medium yellow onion (cut into very thin slices)
    1

    shiitake mushrooms (stemmed and cut into very thin slices)
    1 pints

    large zucchini (diced)
    1

    small leeks (white and light green parts rinsed and finely chopped)
    2

    large eggs (beaten until foamy)
    4

    basil leaves (hand torn)
    8

    grated pecorino romano cheese
    1/4 cup

    nonstick cooking spray
    1

  • Alaska Salmon with Orange and Watercress

    Alaska Salmon with Orange and Watercress

    How to Make Alaska Salmon with Orange and Watercress

    This tasty salmon dish from the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute is packed with healthy fats, along with a number of nutritious and decorative touches that makes for an amazing presentation. This is a quick and easy dish that is also designed to impress!


    15 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    8servings


    1/2 fillet and 1 cup topping

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Rinse any ice glaze from frozen Alaska salmon under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and brush both sides of fish using 3 tablespoons of avocado oil. Cook salmon, uncovered, about 4 minutes, until browned.
    2. Turn salmon over and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook an additional 6 to 8 minutes for frozen, or 3 to 4 minutes for fresh/thawed, just until fish is opaque throughout.
    3. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl combine watercress, cucumber, and orange segments. Season with a few drops of white wine vinegar, remaining avocado oil, and salt and pepper, to taste.
    4. Plate mixed greens next to salmon and top with avocado, walnuts, and apple cider vinaigrette. Add nasturtiums, if desired, and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/2 fillet and 1 cup topping


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      382

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      19g

      24%

      • Saturated Fat
        3g

        15%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      101mg

      34%

    • Sodium
      164mg

      7%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        2g

        7%

    • Protein
      46g

    Ingredients

    Alaska salmon filets (4–6 oz each)
    4

    avocado oil (divided)
    1/4 cup

    watercress (roughly chopped)
    bunches (about 3 cups)

    cucumber(s) (finely chopped)
    3 tbsp

    orange (peeled and segmented (membrane removed))
    2

    white wine vinegar
    1 tsp

    salt and pepper to taste
    1 pinch

    mixed greens
    2 cup

    avocado (pitted, peeled, and sliced)
    1/2

    walnuts
    1/4 cup

    Apple Cider Vinegar
    2 tbsp

    Pimenton (smoked paprika) (for finishing)
    1 pinch

    edible flowers, such as nasturtiums (optional)
    4

  • Zucchini and Shrimp Stir Fry

    Zucchini and Shrimp Stir Fry

    How to Make Zucchini and Shrimp Stir Fry

    Who doesn’t like a good stir-fry? No need to order take out, we have you covered! This recipe is fast, simple, and jam-packed with flavor without all the fat and carbs of regular stir-fry’s.

     


    20 min prep time


    20 min cook time


    4servings


    1 1/2 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Prepare the sauce: combine the broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, corn starch, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl and whisk until well mixed. Set aside.
    2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add onions to the pan and saute until the become translucent. Add shrimp and saute until the shrimp turn slightly pink, approximately 3 minutes. Remove shrimp and onions from the pan and place in a bowl.
    3. Add bell pepper, carrots, and snow peas to the pan. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    4. Re-whisk the sauce in case the starch has settled, then add the sauce mixture to the vegetables and stir until the sauce thickens. Add the cooked shrimp and onions and the zucchini noodles and toss to combine and coat everything with the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until the zucchini is cooked through. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds and serve.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/2 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      290

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      10g

      13%

      • Saturated Fat
        1g

        5%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      185mg

      62%

    • Sodium
      580mg

      25%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      24g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        13g

    • Protein
      28g

    • Potassium
      902mg

      19%

    Ingredients

    chicken or vegetable broth
    1/2 cup

    hoisin sauce
    1/4 cup

    lower sodium soy sauce
    1 tbsp

    corn starch or arrowroot powder
    2 tsp

    garlic (minced)
    3 clove

    fresh ginger (minced)
    1 tsp

    jumbo shrimp (shelled and deveined)
    1 lbs

    red onion (sliced)
    2/3 cup

    red and/or yellow bell pepper (sliced)
    2

    carrots (shredded)
    2

    snow peas
    1 cup

    zucchini (cut into noodles/spiralized)
    2

    green onion (sliced)
    1

    sesame seeds
    1 tbsp

  • Quinoa, Arugula, and Apricot Salad

    Quinoa, Arugula, and Apricot Salad

    How to Make Quinoa, Arugula, and Apricot Salad

    Pair this flavorful salad with a simple protein like roasted salmon or grilled chicken for a complete meal. 


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 1/3 cups

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a small bowl, toss together the quinoa, apricots, onion, pine nuts, feta cheese, and lemon juice.

    2. Place 1 cup of the arugula in a salad bowl and drizzle with ½ tsp of the olive oil. Toss lightly to coat, then top with ¼ of the quinoa mixture (about 1/3 cup) and season with pepper to taste.

    3. Repeat for the remaining three salads.

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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 1/3 cups


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      8g

      10%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.7g

        9%
      • Trans Fats
        0.1g

    • Cholesterol
      5mg

      2%

    • Sodium
      90mg

      4%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      21g

      8%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        9g

    • Protein
      5g

    • Potassium
      360mg

      8%

    Ingredients

    warm, cooked quinoa
    1 cup

    dried apricots (chopped)
    8 whole

    diced onion
    1/4 cup

    toasted pine nuts
    2 tbsp

    feta cheese
    3 tbsp

    lemon (juiced)
    1/2 whole

    arugula
    4 cup

    olive oil (divided)
    2 tsp

    black pepper
    to taste

  • Mediterranean Chicken Pita

    Mediterranean Chicken Pita

    How to Make Mediterranean Chicken Pita

    Repurpose leftover chicken on this simple and delicious sandwich! It’s a perfect quick and easy work-from-home lunch, or a busy weeknight dinner. If you don’t have tzatziki sauce, you could use plain Greek yogurt instead.

    Double Up: Use leftovers from our Greek Yogurt-Marinated Chicken recipe for even more flavor!


    10 min prep time


    4servings


    1 pita pocket

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the chicken and tzatziki sauce.
      Stuff ½ cup of the chicken mixture into each pita pocket.
    2. Top each filled pita pocket with ¼ cup cucumbers, ¼ cup tomatoes, and 2 Tbsp sliced almonds.
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 pita pocket


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      310

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      13g

      17%

      • Saturated Fat
        2.7g

        14%
      • Trans Fats
        0.1g

    • Cholesterol
      85mg

      28%

    • Sodium
      490mg

      21%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      25g

      9%

      • Dietary Fiber
        4g

        14%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      26g

    • Potassium
      510mg

      11%

    Ingredients

    cubed cooked chicken
    2 cup

    low-fat tzatziki sauce or nonfat plain Greek yogurt
    1/2 cup

    whole grain pocket style pitas (cut in half to make 4 pita pockets)
    2

    diced cucumber
    1 cup

    diced tomato
    1 cup

    unsalted, sliced dry-roasted almonds
    1/2 cup

  • Greek Yogurt-Marinated Chicken

    Greek Yogurt-Marinated Chicken

    How to Make Greek Yogurt-Marinated Chicken

    A simple marinade using the versatile ingredient Greek yogurt makes this tender, flavor-packed chicken dish a crowd-pleaser at dinner-time! Toss vegetables like Brussels sprouts or broccoli onto the pan to bake alongside the chicken for an easy sheet-pan dinner. 
    Double up: Make extra chicken tonight and use the leftovers for our Mediterranean Chicken Pita for lunch tomorrow.


    10 min prep time


    40 min cook time


    6servings


    about 4 oz

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Place the chicken breasts in a gallon-size resealable plastic bag. Set aside.
    2. In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining ingredients to make the
      marinade. Pour the marinade over the chicken to coat. Squeeze any extra air out of the bag and seal it.
    3. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    4. Once the chicken has finished marinating, discard any unabsorbed marinade. Cook the chicken in the oven at 400° F for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165° F.
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    Nutrition facts

    6 Servings



    • Serving Size

      about 4 oz


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      170

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      4.5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        1.1g

        6%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      75mg

      25%

    • Sodium
      70mg

      3%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      1g

      <1%

      • Dietary Fiber
        0g

        0%
      • Total Sugars
        1g

    • Protein
      29g

    • Potassium
      250mg

      5%

    Ingredients

    boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    1 3/4 lbs

    Plain Nonfat Greek yogurt
    2/3 cup

    olive oil
    1 tbsp

    lemon (zested and juiced)
    1

    garlic (crushed or minced)
    1 clove

    dried oregano
    1 tsp

    crushed red pepper flakes
    1/4 tsp

  • Sancocho de la Costa

    Sancocho de la Costa

    How to Make Sancocho de la Costa

    Esta variación de sancocho utiliza pescado en vez de carne.


    15 min prep time


    45 min cook time


    8servings


    1 taza

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Caliente el aceite en una cacerola grande y sofría 1/2 cebolla, ajo, pimiento, y 1 cucharada cilantro por 3–4 minutos. Añada el jugo de almejas y el agua y cocine hasta hervir.
    2. Agregue la yuca y la leche, tape y hierva suave- mente por 20 minutos.
    3. Añada las papas, zanahorias, plátano, pescado, y jugo de lima y caliente por 15 minutos. Añada las arvejas y col (repollo) y hierva suavemente por 5 minutos.
    4. Combine 1/2 cebolla y 1/2 taza cilantro en un envase pequeño. Adorne cada porción con 1 cda de esta mezcla.
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    Nutrition facts

    8 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1 taza


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      205

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      3g

      4%

      • Saturated Fat
        0.5g

        3%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      25mg

      8%

    • Sodium
      200mg

      9%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      31g

      11%

      • Dietary Fiber
        3g

        11%
      • Total Sugars
        5g

    • Protein
      14g

    Ingredients

    aceite oliva
    1 cda.

    cebolla (pelada y picada fina, dividida)
    1

    ajo (machacado)
    diente

    pimiento rojo (dulce o picoso) (en trozos pequeños)
    1/4 taza

    cilantro picado (dividido)
    1 cda más 1/2 taza

    jugo de almejas
    2 tazas

    agua
    4 tazas

    yuca (casava) (pelada y cortada en 4 pedazos)
    1 lbs

    leche sin grasa
    1 cda.

    papas medianas (peladas y cortada en trozos)
    2

    zanahorias medianas (cortadas en cuadritos)
    2

    plátano maduro (cortado en pedazos de 1 pulgada)
    1/2

    pescado de carne blanca firme (halibut, corvina, bacalao) (picado en pedazos pequeños)
    1/2 lbs

    pescado de carne blanca suave (lenguado) (picado en pedazos pequeños)
    1/2 lbs

    jugo fresco de lima (limón verde)
    1/2 cdta.

    arvejas (guisantes dulces) frescas o congeladas
    1/2 taza

    col (repollo), picada fina
    1/2 taza

    cebolla blanca, picada
    1/2 taza

  • Omelet de Verduras

    Omelet de Verduras

    How to Make Omelet de Verduras

    Agregar muchas verduras a su comida matutina los recarga de energía con excelentes nutrientes. Esta receta es una estupenda manera de empezar el día. No es necesario comprar el desayuno en la ventanilla de la pastelería o cafetería. El tiempo que nos toma ir al restaurante y esperar para pedir el desayuno en el drive-through lo podemos pasar preparando un desayuno saludable como este. ¡Que tengan un día maravilloso!

    To see this recipe in English, go here.


    10 min prep time


    15 min cook time


    4servings


    1/4 de tortilla

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    Step-By-Step Instructions:

    1. Calentar el horno a 350°F.
    2. En una vasija echar el cebollín, brócoli, tomate, espinaca, sal, ajo en polvo, orégano, pimienta y pimentón. Mezclar bien los ingredientes para asegurarse de que las especias cubran bien las verduras.
    3. Calentar a fuego medio una sartén antiadherente que se pueda meter al horno. Agregar los vegetales de la vasija y sofreír hasta que los ingredientes estén cocidos por dentro, aproximadamente 2 minutos.
    4. Echar la leche a la vasija con los huevos batidos y batir brevemente para incorporar. Agregar la mezcla de huevos a la sartén, y mezclar con un cucharón de madera o plástico. Asegurarse de que todos los ingredientes estén repartidos uniformemente.
    5. Colocar la sartén en la rejilla del medio del horno y hornear 10 minutos. Para verificar que la tortilla esté lista, insertar un palito de dientes en el medio; si sale limpio, la tortilla está cocida por dentro.
    6. Retirar del horno y enfriar en la estufa 1-2 minutos para que los huevos se cuajen más y no se desmoronen al servir. ¡A disfrutar!
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    Nutrition facts

    4 Servings



    • Serving Size

      1/4 de tortilla


    • Amount per serving



      Calories





      100

    • % Daily value*

    • Total Fat
      5g

      6%

      • Saturated Fat
        2g

        10%
      • Trans Fats
        0g

    • Cholesterol
      185mg

      62%

    • Sodium
      340mg

      15%

    • Total Carbohydrate
      7g

      3%

      • Dietary Fiber
        1g

        4%
      • Total Sugars
        3g

    • Protein
      9g

    • Potassium
      350mg

      7%

    Ingredients

    cebollines (green onion) (cortados en rodajas finas)
    2 tallos

    brócoli (en rodajas finas )
    1 taza

    roma (plum) tomatoes (lavados y cortados en cubos pequeños)
    1/2 taza

    espinaca (lavada y cortada en tiras delgadas)
    1 taza

    sal kosher
    1/2 cdta.

    ajo en polvo
    1 cdta.

    orégano seco
    1 cdta.

    pimienta negra gruesa
    1/4 cdta.

    pimentón español ahumado (paprika)
    1/2 cdta.

    huevos (batidos)
    4

    leche descremada
    1/2 taza