Cauliflower Yogurt Rice (Grain-Free "Yogurt Rice")

Cauliflower "Yogurt" Rice (Grain-Free "Yogurt Rice") is a delicious alternative to the traditional Yogurt Rice using finely chopped (aka riced) cauliflower instead of rice. Naturally gluten and dairy free, this is a delectable recipe that is easy for family meals or potlucks.

"Yogurt" Rice is usually served with Indian mango, lime/lemon, or other pickles; it maybe accompanied by your favorite curries and Lemon/Lime Rice or Tamarind Rice. To live for!!

2 Servings

Ingredients:

4 cups Cauliflower, riced (finely chopped or coarsely grated)

1 tsp Oil (optional)

1/2 tsp Brown Mustard seeds

1 hot Green Chile, whole or cored and minced

1 small pinch Asafoetida

1 stalk Fresh Curry Leaves, finely sliced

Sea Salt to taste
2 cups Non-Dairy Yogurt

Toppings and Garnishes:
1/4 cup Roasted Cashews
Pomegranate Arils
Ripe Mango, diced
Carrots, shredded
Fresh Cilantro, chopped

Method:

Heat a large skillet and add the oil if using, mustard seeds, chana and urad dal, along with the red chile. Cook stirring over low-medim heat until mustard seeds pop.

Add asafoetida, curry leaves and the cauliflower rice; mix well.

Sprinkle a pinch of salt and cook until the cauliflower is heated through and just tender. Turn off the heat and let cool completely.

Mix with the yogurt and fold with a spatula to mix gently but thoroughly.

Set aside covered for about 5 minutes for the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.

Serve at room temperature or cool garnished with your favorite toppings and accompaniments. Delicious!

Enjoy!!