Arroz con Leche Keto

Arroz con Leche Keto is a delicious low-carb twist on the traditional Mexican rice pudding, made creamy and sweet without the added sugars. This comforting dessert is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet, offering rich flavors and a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower rice - 1 cup (150g)
• Coconut milk - 1 cup (240ml)
• Unsweetened almond milk - 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Erythritol or Monk fruit sweetener - 3 tablespoons (45g)
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
• Salt - a pinch
• Chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts) - 2 tablespoons (30g) for garnish

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cauliflower rice, coconut milk, and almond milk over medium heat.
2. Add erythritol or monk fruit sweetener, vanilla extract, cinnamon powder, and a pinch of salt to the mixture.
3. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
5. Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
6. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with chopped nuts on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 13 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
• Water: 0.24 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a keto diet.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut milk, which can help with satiety.

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