20-Minute Spicy Cauliflower Rice With Ground Turkey Recipe
A quick and flavorful 20-minute spicy cauliflower rice recipe featuring ground turkey, vibrant spices, and fresh vegetables that make for a healthy, low-carb, and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 6oz/180g ground turkey
Vegetables
- 3 cups cauliflower rice (about 1 small head)
- 1 carrot, chopped
- ½ red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tbsp pickled jalapenos
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Spices
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 2 tsp paprika (divided)
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp coriander
Oils and Others
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- Salt to taste
- Optional: freshly chopped herbs like cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Turkey: In a pan over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey and about ¼ cup of water. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes until the turkey is mostly cooked through.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Remove the lid and stir in turmeric, crushed red pepper flakes, black pepper, coriander, cumin, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 minced garlic clove. Cook uncovered for 2-3 minutes until the water evaporates and the turkey is well coated with spices.
- Add Vegetables and Cauliflower Rice: Reduce heat to medium. Stir in chopped carrot, red bell pepper, cauliflower rice, 1 tbsp olive oil, remaining 1 tsp paprika, and salt to taste. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to meld and vegetables to soften slightly.
- Finish with Garlic, Jalapenos, and Oil: Remove the lid, add remaining garlic cloves, pickled jalapenos, and the other tablespoon of olive oil. Stir well and cook uncovered for 2 more minutes for a final flavor boost.
- Serve: Optionally garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot as a healthy, spicy main dish or side.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of spice by modifying the amount of crushed red pepper flakes and jalapenos.
- If you prefer, substitute ground chicken or turkey with ground beef or plant-based mince.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley brighten the flavor and can be added just before serving.
- This dish is low in carbohydrates and can be part of a ketogenic or low-carb diet.
- Use fresh cauliflower to make your own cauliflower rice by grating or pulsing in a food processor.
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