One of the good things about this new lifestyle is I’ve really taken more of an interest in cooking. That being said anyone notice any particular culture or cuisine has recipes that works well for the lifestyle change?

I find myself cooking a lot of Mexican-flavored cuisine. Things like shredded meat, salsa, and cauliflower rice are very bariatric-friendly!

I've had good luck with Mexican, with modifications. Spice does not bother me post RNY and Mexican gives me my flavor fix.

Of course, chips are not a great choice. If I have any at all, I break them into tiny pieces but it seems almost indulgent to not have to worry about how much pico de gallo I have with each little piece. If dining at home, I avoid chips entirely but still enjoy pico on salads and meats.

Entrees are often meat/seafood and veggie focused. I just don't have the tortillas. If eating at home, I can used a carb counter tortilla or wrap.

Beans are a plant-based source of protein and I've made different varieties in the crock pot. I avoid rice.

1 minute ago, BigSue said:

I find myself cooking a lot of Mexican-flavored cuisine. Things like shredded meat, salsa, and cauliflower rice are very bariatric-friendly!

I haven't even thought about cauliflower rice. ?‍♀️

I tend to cook a lot of Asian or Mexican stuff. I just use cauliflower rice instead of normal rice lol

Awesome. I really enjoy Indian and Japanese cuisine. Was thinking of using the cauliflower rice. Wonder how that would sub in sushi

1 minute ago, Hlyn said:

Awesome. I really enjoy Indian and Japanese cuisine. Was thinking of using the cauliflower rice. Wonder how that would sub in sushi

The frozen kind might not work that well in maki because it's weird shapes, but I just saw a kind in a shelf-stable bag at Costco (I didn't buy it because I was with a friend and didn't have time to look at the nutrition info) that might be better.

I tend to like Mexican and Indian food. I tried these red lentils dosas and they are a great alternative to tortillas. Really simple to make and a good whole food option. They are high in protein and fiber. I just used them like a tortilla with my pureed chicken mixed with enchilada sauce.

https://www.powerhungry.com/2018/05/1-ingredient-red-lentil-tortillas-grain-free-vegan/

Mexican here as well.