John Myers
Whether you need to eat gluten-free, want to cut back on carbohydrates, or simply want to add a bit of variety to your diet, if you’re giving up bread, there are many ways to make up for it.
Filler without grain: bread substitute
Anyone who suffers from diseases such as celiac disease (gluten intolerance) or a wheat allergy must pay attention to a number of things when it comes to their diet: Bread and baked goods in particular are then largely taboo. But even if you want to save carbohydrates as part of a low-carb diet, the question of an alternative to bread arises. First of all: grain-free bread substitutes never taste quite the way you are probably used to. Wheat, spelled as rye have baking properties that cannot be fully reproduced with other foods. Gluten-free bread is most likely to be baked with flour without the gluten. Say goodbye to the idea of having a bread-like substitute on your plate, but there are smart alternatives that taste great on their own. Our polenta patties with bacon can also be enjoyed cold without the side dishes and topped with cheese or ham, for example.
Corn, rice, oatmeal, and sweet potatoes as bread substitutes
In general, corn is a good basis for a grain-free bread substitute. Corn waffles baked crispy in the oven, like rice waffles, are a good alternative to slices of bread and therefore also go well with a gluten-free breakfast. You can enjoy them for breakfast with jam or savory toppings, simply nibble on their own or use them for a classic “snack” in the evening. Both corn and rice cakes are enriched with pseudocereals such as quinoa and amaranth: This improves both the taste and the crunchy factor. Oatmeal, which is naturally gluten-free, is also ideal as a substitute for bread at breakfast. You can use it to prepare a porridge with fruit of your choice. Or try using vegetables as a substitute for bread. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes can be placed in the toaster. They are cooked and crispy at the same time.
Low-carb bread substitute: fluffy rolls and protein bread
If you mainly eat carbohydrate-free foods, corn, rice, oats and sweet potatoes are less suitable. In this case, bake small flatbreads made of eggs and cream cheese, also known as “oopsies”, as a low-carb bread substitute. To do this, beat the egg white until stiff, mix the egg yolk with the cream cheese and mix both together carefully. Then portion the mass and bake small rolls at about 175 degrees. Protein powder, quark, coconut flour, grains, seeds and nuts can also be used as ingredients for low-carbohydrate pastries. Flaxseed and chia seeds also develop binding power to hold the dough together. Our low-carb bread recipe works in the same way – for moist bread enjoyment without carbohydrates. Also try the trendy Purple Bread: A white bread developed in Asia that is colored with plant dyes from blackberries or black rice. Although it is not low in carbohydrates, it is said to be particularly healthy due to the coloring antioxidants. On the other hand, if you are looking for a way to save calories, we recommend our recipes under 500 kcal.
