Karnabahar Kısırı

Karnabahar Kısırı is a vibrant and healthy Turkish rice dish made with finely grated cauliflower, fresh herbs, and zesty spices. This low-carb alternative to traditional kısır offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams, grated
• Tomato - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1 small, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, finely chopped
• Green onion - 2, finely sliced
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh mint - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Pomegranate molasses - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Start by removing the leaves and stem from the cauliflower. Cut it into florets and grate it using a box grater or a food processor to achieve a rice-like texture.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the grated cauliflower and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly cooked but still crunchy.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomato, cucumber, red bell pepper, green onion, parsley, and mint.
4. Once the cauliflower is ready, let it cool slightly before adding it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
5. Drizzle the lemon juice and pomegranate molasses over the mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Toss everything together until well combined.
6. Serve the Karnabahar Kısırı warm or at room temperature, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in fiber which aids digestion and promotes satiety.

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