Riz à l'Orientale

Riz à l'Orientale is a fragrant and flavorful keto-friendly rice dish, featuring cauliflower 'rice' infused with aromatic spices and served with tender chicken. This dish combines the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine while adhering to low-carb principles, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 400 grams
• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 200 milliliters
• Almonds - 30 grams, sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Start by preparing the cauliflower rice. Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower, cut it into florets, and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
5. Stir in the cauliflower rice and pour in the chicken broth. Mix well and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow it to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender.
6. Meanwhile, toast the sliced almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
7. Once the cauliflower rice is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley.
8. Serve the Riz à l'Orientale hot, garnished with toasted almonds on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein from chicken, which helps support muscle maintenance and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and almonds, contributing to heart health.
• High in fiber from cauliflower, promoting digestive health.

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