🧀🥒 Keto Crispy Cheese & Veggie Sticks

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📝 Ingredients (Low-Carb)

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup zucchini, finely grated & squeezed dry
  • 2 tbsp almond flour
  • 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder (important for stick shape)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Optional: chopped green onion / coriander

🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare zucchini
    • Grate zucchini
    • Squeeze ALL water out using cloth or hands (very important)
  2. Melt cheeses
    • Microwave mozzarella + cheddar + cream cheese for 30–40 seconds
    • Mix until stretchy and smooth
  3. Mix dough
    • Add egg, zucchini, almond flour, psyllium husk
    • Add all spices
    • Mix well until thick dough forms
  4. Shape sticks
    • Grease hands with oil
    • Shape thin finger-like sticks
  5. Frying method
    • Heat oil on medium
    • Fry sticks 2–3 minutes per side until golden & crispy
    • Remove on paper towel

🔥 Alternative Cooking Methods

🟢 Air Fryer

  • Spray sticks lightly with oil
  • Air fry 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes
  • Flip halfway

🟢 Oven

  • Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–18 minutes
  • Flip once for even color

📊 Keto Macros (Approx – per stick)

  • Net carbs: ~1g
  • Fat: High
  • Protein: Moderate

💡 Pro Tips

  • Psyllium husk = perfect stick shape (don’t skip)
  • Use halloumi instead of mozzarella for extra crunch
  • Serve with keto garlic mayo or avocado dip

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