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Walk of Life - Add Flavor Not Fat

By , About.com Guide

Updated December 01, 2004

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Low-fat doesn't have to be dull. But fat does carry flavors and allow us to taste and smell them better. If you are switching to a low fat diet, add more seasonings.

• Fresh ground black pepper
• A squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice.
• Mustard - there are hundreds of varieties from hot to sweet to smoked.
• Horseradish or wasabi for a real jolt of heat.
• Tabasco or other red pepper sauce
• Catsup
• Salsa or taco sauce
• Rosemary or sage enliven chicken wonderfully. Rub some on before cooking.
• Dill for fish
• Garam masala - a spice blend from India
• Curry powder
• Flavored salts - look in the spice aisle for cajun salt, italian seasoning salt, etc.
• Oregano, basil, and garlic for Italian seasoning.
• Cumin, cilantro, onion, red pepper for Mexican seasoning
• Soy sauce, ginger, garlic for oriental seasoning
• Wasabi, pickled ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar for Japanese seasoning/condiments.
• Fruit chutney
• Use nonfat chicken broth to boil noodles, saute vegetables.

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