Keto Valentine's Day Feast: Romantic, Healthy Recipes for Two

These recipes cater to a ketogenic, low-carb lifestyle, adhering to the Paleolithic-Ketogenic Diet while being grain-free, nut-free, dairy-free, soy-free, devoid of plant oils, and completely free from sugar and sweeteners.

Steak Tartare

Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate love and connection, and what better way to do so than with a delicious meal that aligns with your dietary choices? These keto recipes are designed to make your Valentine's Day both romantic and flavorful, all while adhering to your whole-food based ketogenic lifestyle.

Each dish is crafted to be healthy, simple, yet elegant, perfectly fitting within the guidelines of the Paleolithic-Ketogenic Diet. If you're adhering to the therapeutic version or the carnivore diet, you might want to skip the cake. However, if you're not on such a strict regimen, you can enjoy this specially curated menu with your beloved.

Appetizer - Whipped Liver Cream

makes 2 servings

Cream Of Liver

Ingredients

160 g veal, beef or lamb liver

60 g lard or tallow

2 egg yolks

Salt

Black pepper (optional)

Fresh thyme (optional)

Method

Heat approximately half of the fat in a pan. Add the liver and cook it over medium heat until fully cooked. Season with salt and, if desired, pepper. Allow it to cool. Add the remaining fat and blend until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they become fluffy. Combine the blended liver with the egg yolks and use an electric hand mixer to whisk until the mixture is creamy. Spoon the mixture into two small verrines and serve.

One serving has about 398 kcal, 28 g fat, 19 g protein, 3.8 g carbohydrates

Main course - Steak Tartare

makes 2 servings

Ingredients

200 g beef tenderloin

70 g bone marrow, crumbled

Salt

Optionally

2 egg yolks

Fresh parsley leaves

1 small fermented cucumber, finely diced

4 tsp fermented cucumber or Sauerkraut juice

Black Angus Tenderloin

Method

Finely chop the chilled meat with a sharp knife. Mix in half of the marrow crumbles along with a pinch of salt, blending well. Divide the mixture in half, then use a cookie cutter to shape each portion into hearts on two separate plates. Garnish with the remaining marrow crumbles, salt flakes, and optionally, some parsley leaves.

If you like, you can add part or all other ingredients from the list above.

One serving has about 417 kcal, 35 g fat, 24 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates

Dessert - Heart Cake

makes 6 portions

Heart Shaped Berry Cake

Ingredients

4 large eggs

2 egg whites

30 g ground pork rinds

Salt

25 g lard

180 g mixed frozen berries

Method

For the Sponge Cake

Whisk 6 egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the egg yolks one at a time, whisking continuously until the mixture is fluffy. Gently fold in the crushed pork rinds. Line a heart-shaped baking form with parchment paper, pour in the batter, and bake in a preheated oven at 160°C for about 25 minutes, or until the cake is golden and set. Allow it to cool, then slice horizontally in half.

For the Jam

Cook the frozen berries for about 30 minutes until they thicken. Blend until smooth, then let cool.

Assembly

Melt the lard and spoon it over the top of both cake halves. Spread half of the jam over one half of the cake, place the other half on top, and cover the entire cake with the remaining jam.

One serving has about 120 kcal, 7.7 g fat, 5.1 g carbs and 6.1 g protein

Berry Cake Slice

This Valentine's Day feast is packed with all the good ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence. From a savory start to a sweet finish, these recipes are set to make your day special and delicious. Wishing you a loving and tasty Valentine's Day!

Nutritional value for the whole menu

935 kcal; 70 g fat; 49 g protein; 8.9 g carbohydrates