Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice

Name: Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Fresh Food Spanish Chorizo; Onion; Garlic; Extra virgin olive oil; Thyme, fresh; Gourmet Collection Smoked Paprika; Chicken broth, bouillon or consomme, homemade; Hot Whole Sweet Piquante Peppers

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Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice dish

Prepare Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

This low carb rice recipe is packed with flavor, spices, and Keto- friendly fats. Our Keto rice recipe is prepared with aromatic onion and garlic, spicy peppadew peppers, smoky Spanish chorizo, fragrant fresh thyme, smoked paprika, and cauliflower rice. Once prepared, the rice is gently simmered in stock until tender. This Keto rice recipe is perfect served as a light low carb lunch option or as individual Keto sides. ### What Kind of Chorizo Should I Use? We have used a cured Spanish chorizo for this Keto rice recipe. The chorizo is roughly diced and pan-fried to release its flavors and juices before being combined with the other ingredients. If preferred, you can use a crumbled Mexican chorizo alternative spicy sausage. Please be sure to adjust your cooking times and macros as needed to account for the use of different ingredients. ### How Do I Make Cauliflower Rice? Cauliflower rice is a great Keto-friendly substitution for traditional carb-heavy rice. You maybe be able to find ready prepared cauliflower rice in your local grocery store, either fresh or frozen. Alternatively, you can prepare the rice yourself very easily. Simply grate the florets of a cauliflower using a box grater until you have the desired quantity. You will also find other cauliflower rice recipes in our sides section.

How to make Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan/Dutch oven over a medium/high heat. Roughly chop the chorizo into bite-sized chunks. Add the chorizo to the saucepan. Pan fry for a few minutes until lightly golden all over and releasing its oils. Remove from the saucepan with a slotted spoon and set to one side.
Finely dice the onion and slice the garlic. Roughly chop the piquante peppers. Add the onion, garlic, and piquante to the saucepan. Stir well to combine. Pan fry gently over a low heat for a few minutes until tender and fragrant.
Add the cauliflower rice to the saucepan. Add the thyme and paprika. Stir well to combine. Add the stock and bring up to a gentle boil.
Reduce to a simmer. Return the chorizo pieces to the pan. Stir well to combine. Continue to cook through until all the liquid has evaporated and the chorizo is piping hot through. Serve hot with your preferred Keto mains or as a light lunch option.

Ingredients of Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Fresh Food Spanish Chorizo	undefined
2. Onion	undefined
3. Garlic	undefined
4. Extra virgin olive oil	undefined
5. Thyme, fresh	undefined
6. Gourmet Collection Smoked Paprika	undefined
7. Chicken broth, bouillon or consomme, homemade	undefined
8. Hot Whole Sweet Piquante Peppers	undefined

Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice nutrients

caloriesKCal: 185.257 caloriesKJ: 775.116 totalCarbs: 5.833 diabetesCarbsADA: 5.833 netCarbs: 5.172 diabetesCarbs: 5.18 fiber: 0.644 starch: 0.509 sugar: 3.448 addedSugar: 0.018 sugarAlcohols: 0.018 protein: 8.193 fat: 14.595 transFat: 0.021 monousatFat: 8.658 polyunsatFat: 1.808 omega3Fat: 0.061 omega6Fat: 0.811 saturatedFat: 3.795 cholesterol: 0.657 vitaminA: 30.967 vitaminC: 12.915 vitaminD: 0.02 vitaminE: 0.988 vitaminK: 4.137 vitaminB1: 0.011 vitaminB2: 0.021 vitaminB3: 0.701 vitaminB5: 0.038 vitaminB6: 0.041 vitaminB12: 0.06 potassium: 77.658 magnesium: 3.155 calcium: 9.833 iron: 0.283 zinc: 0.109 copper: 0.044 phosphorus: 24.544 sodium: 507.799 selenium: 0.971 folate: 3.73 choline: 4.488 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.107 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0.001 phyticAcid: 13.409 xylitol: 0.001 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.004 mannitol: 0.012

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there specific cooking oils recommended for keto recipes?

Yes, oils like olive oil, avocado oil, and coconut oil are popular choices for cooking on a keto diet due to their healthy fat profiles and low carb content.

How does the keto diet help with weight loss?

The keto diet promotes weight loss by shifting the body's primary source of fuel from carbs to fat. This encourages the body to burn stored fat for energy, resulting in weight loss.

Does the keto diet have any cognitive benefits?

Some studies suggest that the keto diet may have cognitive benefits, including improved focus and mental clarity, due to the brain's utilization of ketones as energy.

Can I do a cyclic keto diet?

Cyclic keto involves alternating between high-carb and low-carb days. It can work for some athletes, but it's important to carefully plan carb intake to avoid disrupting ketosis.

Is counting macros necessary on a keto diet?

Counting macros (carbs, fats, and proteins) can be helpful to ensure you're staying within your desired keto ratios. However, some people find success without strict tracking.

Author David Brown

Keto Spicy Chorizo and Piquante Rice

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there specific cooking oils recommended for keto recipes?

How does the keto diet help with weight loss?

Does the keto diet have any cognitive benefits?

Can I do a cyclic keto diet?

Is counting macros necessary on a keto diet?

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