Dirty Keto Cauliflower Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp bacon drippings or avocado oil
- 1 pound ground venison or your ground meat of choice
- 4 ribs celery
diced
- 1 cup diced bell pepper
- ½ cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic
finely minced
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1½ tsp salt
divided
- 1 tsp garlic powder. divided
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup chicken stock or water
- 12 oz frozen cauliflower rice
- Sliced Green Onions and Chopped Parsley
Directions
- 1
Preheat a heavy bottomed or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil or bacon drippings and the ground meat and season with 1 tsp. salt, ¼ tsp. pepper and ½ tsp. garlic powder. Brown ground meat, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula until it begins to caramelize. If it sticks to the bottom of the pan, that’s ok.
- 2
After the meat begins to caramelize, reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, pepper, and celery and continue to cook for about 5 minutes or until the veggies are tender and the onions are translucent. Add the garlic and the next four ingredients and cook for another minute.
- 3
Add the frozen cauliflower rice, stock or water and season with the remaining ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. garlic powder. Stir to combine and use the liquid to loosen the bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. This will give the cauliflower rice its “dirty” color! Continue to cook, stirring often, until the cauliflower rice is tender and there is no liquid left in the pan. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Garnish with sliced onion and chopped parsley and serve!
Dirty Keto Cauliflower Rice Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply flavorful, low-carb meal that comes together with incredible ease? This Dirty Keto Cauliflower Rice recipe delivers all the hearty satisfaction of a classic Creole-inspired dish, reimagined for your keto lifestyle.
The genius of this recipe lies in its simplicity and speed. It transforms familiar flavors into a convenient, one-pan wonder. You'll love how quickly this dish moves from pantry to plate, offering a truly satisfying meal in less than 30 minutes without sacrificing an ounce of authentic taste.
Prepare for a vibrant, savory experience. The ground meat—whether it's venison or your preferred choice—browns beautifully alongside a medley of diced celery, bell pepper, and onion, creating the aromatic foundation known as the "holy trinity." Minced garlic and a robust blend of paprika, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper infuse every bite with warmth and a gentle kick. The cauliflower rice, sautéed in flavorful bacon drippings or avocado oil, soaks up all these delicious essences, providing a tender yet firm texture that perfectly complements the rich, spiced meat. It's a truly comforting and complete meal.
Customization & Variations
This recipe is wonderfully adaptable. While ground venison offers a unique lean flavor, you can easily swap it for ground beef, pork, or even ground turkey to suit your taste or what you have on hand. If you're looking to dial down the heat, simply reduce the amount of cayenne pepper, or omit it entirely for a milder version.
Serve this Dirty Keto Cauliflower Rice hot, garnished generously with fresh sliced green onions and chopped parsley. It’s an ideal weeknight meal, bringing robust, comforting flavors to your table with minimal fuss.