Paleo Bisi Bele Bath
Dive into the flavorful world of South Indian cuisine with this Paleo Bisi Bele Bath recipe—an innovative twist on the traditional rice-based dish that's both healthy and satisfying. Swapping out rice for finely pulsed cauliflower, this grain-free variation retains all the bold, aromatic spices and rich, tangy flavors of the classic Bisi Bele Bath. With ingredients like tamarind paste, curry leaves, and a blend of turmeric, cumin, and coriander powders, it brings an authentic depth of taste while catering to paleo dietary preferences. Packed with nutritious vegetables like carrots, beans, and peas, and topped with roasted golden cashews and fresh coriander, this vibrant dish is perfect for a hearty yet guilt-free meal! Ready in under an hour, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free, and keto-friendly alternative that will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 10 leaves curry leaves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium carrot
- 100 grams french beans
- 100 grams green peas
- 1 medium tomato
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Bisi Bele Bath powder
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
- 10 whole cashews
Instructions
Cut the cauliflower into small florets and pulse them in a food processor until the texture resembles rice.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle.
Add cumin seeds and curry leaves, and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Add ginger garlic paste and stir for another minute.
Stir in diced carrot, chopped french beans, and green peas. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender.
Add chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
Mix in turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and red chili powder.
Add Bisi Bele Bath powder and stir to coat the vegetables evenly.
Pour in the tamarind paste and water. Add salt and bring to a boil.
Once boiling, stir in the cauliflower rice and mix well.
Lower the heat, cover, and let it cook for about 10 minutes or until the cauliflower and vegetables are tender.
In a small pan, dry roast the cashews until golden brown and set aside.
Garnish the finished Bisi Bele Bath with roasted cashews and fresh coriander leaves.
Serve hot and enjoy your Paleo-friendly Bisi Bele Bath!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4760 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.7 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3539 mg | 75% | |
*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.
