Rice is an incredible addition to any main dish. It’s easy, versatile, and easy to adapt to different flavors. When starting keto, you don’t have to give up the taste of rice and still enjoy this delicious side. Cauliflower rice is an incredible alternative that packs in the same great taste, versatility, and adaptability to flavor- and won’t throw you out of ketosis. Besides, cauliflower is extremely high in B-vitamins, provides antioxidants that can prevent cancer, and enhance weight loss and digestion. What can’t this vegetable do?!
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
Steam bag of cauliflower according to directions if you like it a bit softer. For more al dente, pour frozen or steamed cauliflower directly into casserole dish.
Char poblano over a flame or in a broiler. Put in a paper bag until cool enough to handle.
Gently scrape away blistered outer skin and discard the top. Slice open the pepper, discard seeds and dice. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, 1/8 cup chopped onion, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt to taste.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat avocado oil until shimmering. Add 1/4 cup chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until translucent, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add diced poblano and sauté another 1 minute, then remove from heat and transfer to a casserole dish. Combine with sour cream mixture and grated cheese. Cover the casserole and bake 30 minutes or until the cheese is brown and bubbly.
Notes
There you have it! Creamy, cheesy, cauliflower rice that is just as good (if not better) than rice. However, his recipe will keep you in ketosis and move you closer to your goals.