Low Carb Jeera Rice
Elevate your low-carb dining experience with this flavorful Low Carb Jeera Rice, a healthy twist on the classic Indian side dish. This recipe swaps traditional basmati rice with grated cauliflower, perfectly seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin seeds, cloves, bay leaf, cardamom, and cinnamon for an authentic jeera rice taste. Cooked in rich ghee, this dish boasts incredible depth of flavor while keeping it light and keto-friendly. A hint of lemon juice adds brightness, and a garnish of fresh coriander leaves rounds off the dish beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and nutritious recipe is perfect for pairing with your favorite low-carb curry or serving as a standalone side at your next meal. An irresistible option for those seeking a healthy and satisfying alternative to traditional rice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium head Cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons Ghee
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 2 whole Cloves
- 2 pods Green cardamom
- 1 inch Cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh coriander leaves
Instructions
Wash the cauliflower thoroughly and pat it dry with a kitchen towel.
Cut the cauliflower into large florets and grate them using a box grater or pulse in a food processor until it resembles the consistency of rice.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the ghee.
Once the ghee is melted and hot, add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom pods, and the cinnamon stick. Sauté for about 30 seconds until the spices release their aroma.
Add the cauliflower rice to the pan, stirring well to coat with the spices. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower becomes tender.
Season the cauliflower rice with salt and lemon juice, mix well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon stick from the rice.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving. Serve hot as a side dish or with your preferred low-carb curry.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 3063 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
