The STOCKED Paleo Pantry
Having a well-stocked pantry is the key to culinary success in any kitchen, Paleo or otherwise. These are the staples that you have on hand at all times, that you turn to again and again, and lend themselves to helping you get creative in the kitchen.
The well-stocked pantry should have all kinds of nuts, oils and vinegars and a myriad of flavor enhancers to ensure dishes are anything but boring.
Pantry staples don’t end at the cupboards. Having a fridge abundant with key Paleo ingredients like fresh fruit, vegetables and protein is just as important. And filling the veggie drawer with fresh herbs and citrus on hand makes a world of difference when it comes to cooking.
And while a Paleo fridge door might look different than the typical mass-market condiment-filled one, it’s essential to have just as many Paleo-approved flavor enhancers hanging out there as in your cupboards.
Here is the ultimate guide for stocking your Paleo kitchen:
For the Cupboard:
Nuts and Seeds
Almonds (and butter)
Pecans
Raw Macadamia Nuts
Hazelnuts
Walnuts
Cashews (and butter)
Pistachios
Pine nuts
Sesame seeds
Pepitas
Sunflower seeds (and butter)
Chia seeds
Flax seed
Baking Needs:
Nut flours & starches: coconut, almond, pecan, hazelnut, arrowroot, tapioca
Coconut cream
Unsweetened cocoa powder
Soy-free chocolate chips
Coconut flakes
Instant coffee
Vanilla extract
Unrefined Sweeteners: Maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar, dried dates
Fats, Oils & Vinegars:
Ghee
Coconut oil
Olive oil
Avocado oil
Apple cider vinegar
Red & White wine vinegars
Balsamic vinegar
Miscellaneous:
Grass-fed whey
Bone broth protein (we like Ancient Nutrition)
Flavor enhancers:
Dried spices
Olives
Pickles
Capers
Jarred roasted red peppers
Toasted sesame oil
Canned coconut milk
Coconut aminos
Fish sauce
Anchovies
Tinned fish
Canned tomatoes
Tomato paste
Hot sauce
Mustard
Herbal tea
Nutritional yeast
Meat and vegetable stock
Paleo granolas
For the Fridge:
Fruits and Vegetables:
All fresh fruit, and veggies including cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, spinach, lettuce, kale, onions, asparagus, cucumber, artichokes, brussels sprouts, leeks, eggplant, tomato (technically a fruit), carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, parsnips, radish, cassava, turnips, rutabaga, butternut squash, spaghetti squash, acorn squash, pumpkin, mushrooms
Proteins:
Chicken, turkey, eggs, pork, grass-fed beef, buffalo, fish, seafood
Non-dairy Milks:
Almond milk (unsweetened)
Coconut milk (unsweetened)
Flavor enhancers:
Paleo/homemade condiments like mayo or ketchup (we like Primal Kitchen)
Homemade vinaigrettes and salad dressings
Fresh lemons
Fresh limes
Fresh herbs: parsley, cilantro, dill, basil
Fresh ginger
bone broth
Sauerkraut
Kimchi
Tahini
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