About

This Moroccan inspired rice is loaded with low carb vegetables, aromatic herbs and spices and simmered until tender and fragrant.

This makes a great side dish for lamb or chicken or a great base for a vegan lunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium mushrooms, raw
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ras el hanout
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin, ground
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon red onion
  • 1 cup cauliflower rice
  • 1 teaspoon, chopped cilantro
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground
  • ½ cup vegetable broth, bouillon or consomme

Instructions

  1. Crush the garlic and thinly slice the mushrooms. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over a medium heat and add the onion, sweating gently until tender. Add the garlic, mushrooms, ras el hanout, coriander, cumin and cinnamon. Stir well to combine. Cook gently for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms are browned all over.
  2. Add the cauliflower rice and stock to the pan and stir well. Bring to a simmer for 5 minutes until all the liquid has evaporated.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts

  • Servings: 2
  • Calories: 153.1kcal/629.2kJ (per serving)
  • Fat: 14.3g (per serving)
  • Carbs: 6.5g (per serving)
  • Protein: 2.3g (per serving)