Riz Bil Makhani

Riz Bil Makhani is a delightful Lebanese rice dish that substitutes traditional rice with cauliflower rice, creating a keto-friendly version without compromising on flavor. This dish is rich, creamy, and infused with aromatic spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 400 grams, riced
• Butter - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Chicken broth - 200 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, and paprika, cooking for an additional minute.
4. Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet and stir well to combine with the spices and onion mixture.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, covering the skillet and cooking for about 10 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
6. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, cooking for another 5 minutes until heated through.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in fiber from cauliflower, promoting digestive health.

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