Kumpir İskender

Kumpir İskender is a delightful low-carb twist on the traditional Turkish pizza, featuring a savory base of roasted cauliflower topped with spiced ground meat and fresh vegetables. This dish combines rich flavors and textures, making it a satisfying meal that's both hearty and healthy.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 1 medium head (about 600g)
• Ground lamb - 200g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50g, crumbled
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the cauliflower into florets and steam until tender, about 10 minutes.
3. In a food processor, pulse the steamed cauliflower until it resembles rice or a coarse mash. Spread the cauliflower mash evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the ground lamb to the skillet, cooking until browned. Stir in the tomato paste, diced red bell pepper, zucchini, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Spread the lamb mixture evenly over the cauliflower base on the baking tray.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the edges are golden and crisp.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in fiber from cauliflower and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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