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CoachKaz Joined: Dec 10 Posts: 13	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 12:02 I'm forced into going to a neighborhood Mexican restaurant...I know guacomole will be OK, but I'm concerned about other choices...I need suggestions
mdep1229 Joined: Jan 11 Posts: 387	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 12:05 Since you are doing Atkins, how about fajitas? Just the meat and veggies, but no tortillas and other carbs.
kmartin Joined: Jan 10 Posts: 1,490	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 12:06 Fajitas all the way - just hold the beans, rice, and tortillas. You can also enjoy a salad, carnitas, pollo or any other combination of meats and veggies. Best luck and happy eating. Welcome to your journey - May it be prosperous. Dear Lord, You are the beginning and the end of this great narrative called history. Thank You for writing me into the story. Though I play only a small part, may I play it well. May I honor You with my days and my choices and may I truly know that Your grace works. In Jesus’ Name, Amen ~Ariel Allison Lawhon
redgirl1974 Joined: Nov 10 Posts: 87	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 12:06 I agree with fajitas and a side salad or enchiladas or beef tacos, just eat the inside only . Tell them your allergic to rice and cant have it on your plate and ask for a salad as a sub. Good Luck.
Evie1010 Joined: Sep 10 Posts: 259	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 12:07 yes, that is correct - Mdep is right. Fajitas w/o no tortilla is the best option. Hold off on the chips and rice, and beans. Maybe ask for guacamole to substitute one of the sides, if the meal comes with rice or beans. "Work as if it all depends on you. Pray as if it all depends on God" ~ Mark Twain "You can make excuses or you can make progress; but you can't make both." ~ author unknown "Personal growth occurs when the pain of staying the same outweighs the pain of change." ~ Evelyn
CoriBug Joined: Oct 10 Posts: 8	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:01 Carne Asada with Shrimp and Scallops would be good too, My local place has a dish called "Three Amigos", it's the steak, shrimp and scallops, sooooo good! Have them add mushrooms and onions for you and you got a great meal! CoriBug
Evie1010 Joined: Sep 10 Posts: 259	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:17 CoriBug, that sounds amazing! Mexican anyone? "Work as if it all depends on you. Pray as if it all depends on God" ~ Mark Twain "You can make excuses or you can make progress; but you can't make both." ~ author unknown "Personal growth occurs when the pain of staying the same outweighs the pain of change." ~ Evelyn
CoriBug Joined: Oct 10 Posts: 8	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:21 HECK YEAH! CoriBug
sophie99 Joined: Sep 10 Posts: 86	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:23 ohhhh.... i can't take it anymore! mexican sounds so, so good right now!!
Rockin2Thin Joined: Dec 10 Posts: 14	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:34 My Achilles heel is Mexican food. I am totally addicted to it. It's sad really. I could eat and eat the chips and cheese dip until I can't eat it anymore. But those days are gone. I usually order fajitas but I will try coribug's recommendation next time. Thanks!
CoriBug Joined: Oct 10 Posts: 8	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:36 Oh, and don't forget, you can definelty have some sour cream! CoriBug
iamtig Joined: Jun 10 Posts: 201	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:55 Yikes, hold the phone! Most guacamole has sugar! Some of them (mainly the ones they serve in restaurants) have lots of sugar! You gotta substitute the guac for fresh avocados. If the particular restaurant has a listing either in there or online, look it up to be sure. ~tig My mind controls my body, my body no longer controls my mind. There is no more falling off the wagon for me. I am on for the entire trip. I am the only one in control of how smooth the ride. (Both quotes by ~tig)
redgirl1974 Joined: Nov 10 Posts: 87	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 13:58 ask for avacado sliced and squeeze a little lime and salt. That how i eat it at home.
kmartin Joined: Jan 10 Posts: 1,490	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 14:05 Yes, definitely go for the fresh avocado. Welcome to your journey - May it be prosperous. Dear Lord, You are the beginning and the end of this great narrative called history. Thank You for writing me into the story. Though I play only a small part, may I play it well. May I honor You with my days and my choices and may I truly know that Your grace works. In Jesus’ Name, Amen ~Ariel Allison Lawhon
rockseer Joined: Dec 10 Posts: 41	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 14:33 Grilled shrimp, or grilled steak with a green salad plus tomatoes and avocado is another great option! Mexican resaurants always have meats they can sautee or grill for you, and tons of veggie options!!! Hope you have a great time!
llbmeme Joined: Dec 10 Posts: 72	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 14:37 Thanks for all the menu ideas. Since I don't like guacamole, it isn't an issue. Had a chicken taco salad minus the tortilla bowl, with a little salsa and sour cream. Fajitas sound great. Not drinking a Margarita was the hardest part.
Val3 Joined: Jan 11 Posts: 7	quote Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 14:54 fajitas and ask if they have lettuce cups

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