Description
Keto Dirty Cauliflower Rice is a flavorful, low-carb side dish that elevates your weeknight meals. This savory recipe combines ground meat with fresh vegetables and spices, creating a hearty dish that perfectly complements any protein or stands alone as a delicious meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for family gatherings, meal prep, or a quick dinner. You’ll love the satisfying textures and robust flavors packed into every bite. Plus, with its nutrient-dense ingredients, you can enjoy guilt-free comfort food while adhering to your keto lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsp bacon grease or olive oil
- 1 lb ground turkey or preferred ground meat
- 4 ribs celery, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 12 oz frozen cauliflower rice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp oregano, dried
- 1/4 tsp thyme, dried
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp salt, divided
- 1 tsp garlic powder, divided
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup water or chicken stock for added flavor
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat, add bacon grease and ground meat. Season with salt and pepper; cook until browned.
- Reduce heat to medium; add onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until tender (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for another minute.
- Add frozen cauliflower rice and chicken stock (or water). Mix well; deglaze the pan bottom.
- Cook until the cauliflower rice is soft and any excess liquid evaporates. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg