Keto Vegetable Biryani

Keto Vegetable Biryani is a fragrant and flavorful Indian dish made with low-carb vegetables and aromatic spices, perfect for a satisfying dinner without the carbs. This dish captures the essence of traditional biryani while keeping it keto-friendly and delicious.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower florets - 300 grams
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Salt - to taste
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 1 cup

Steps

1. Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
2. Add sliced onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pan. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
3. Stir in diced green bell pepper, zucchini, and sliced mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Add the cauliflower florets to the pan and mix well. Cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix everything thoroughly.
6. Add 1 cup of water to the pan, cover, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are cooked through and the water is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Mix well and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in fiber from the vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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