Turmeric Cauliflower Rice

Ingredients

• 1 tsp oil ((see notes for oilfree))
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 8 curry leaves (,optional)
• 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• 3/4 tsp turmeric
• 1/3 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp lemon juice or lime juice (,divided)
• 1 tbsp water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 cups cauliflower rice (, loosely packed, thawed for 10 mins if frozen)
• cilantro and cayenne for garnish
• optional add ins: 1/4 cup peas, 1/4 cup roasted cashews

Steps

1. 1

   Chop the cauliflower into equal size 1 inch pieces and add to a food processor with regular s blade or grater blade and process in bursts of a few seconds to grate. Alternatively,, chop the cauliflower into large pieces and Grate the cauliflower using a large grater.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, when hot, add mustard seeds and let them start to sputter. Add curry leaves and mix. Add onion, garlic and pinch of salt and mix. Cook for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add turmeric and pepper flakes and optional peas and mix in. Cook for 2 mins. (You can also add a cup of cooked chickpeas, some more salt to make this a meal).

4. 4

   Mix 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp water and add to the skillet. Mix for a few seconds. Add cauliflower and salt and toss well.

5. 5

   Cover and cook for 4 to 6 mins. Open the lid, fluff really well. (If using frozen, open the lid after 4 mins and continue to cook uncovered for another 1-2 mins to help the extra moisture evaporate)

6. 6

   Add the remaining lemon juice to taste, cilantro, some black pepper, cayenne or curry powder if you wish. Taste and adjust salt, lemon and heat. Serve immediately with Curries, or add to Bowl meals.