I love the uniqueness and simplicity of this recipe. It creates an excellent substitute to rice with less starch and more nutrition. it is a great option if you want to increase your family’s vegetable intake. It provides a delicious balance of texture, colour and taste with the use of spices, nuts and dried fruit.
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 medium cauliflower
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp sultanas or currants
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp coconut amino sauce or tamari
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp natural yoghurt (garnish)
- 1 tsp hazelnuts, crushed (garnish)
- Pinch mint or coriander leaves (garnish)
METHOD
Break the cauliflower into small pieces and blend them in a food processor for a couple of seconds until the cauliflower pieces resemble rice (this happens quickly so you want to avoid over-processing the mixture)
Heat a heavy-based pan over a medium heat, add the oil and, once melted, add the spring onion and onion and toss it in the pan until it starts to change colour
Add the cauliflower and keep stirring for a few minutes until it is warmed through
Add the remaining ingredients, except the garnishes, and stir until well combined
Serve it warm in individual side bowls, garnished with a dollop of good quality natural yoghurt, a sprinkle of crushed hazelnuts and some torn mint or coriander leaves
