Keto Cuban Lunch: Skinny Roasted Pork, Cauliflower Rice, and Cucumber Salad

Allergens

This recipe contains gluten and dairy, but is adapted for a ketogenic diet. Please adjust according to personal needs or preferences.

Ingredients

• 1. 6 pounds bone
• in pork shoulder 2. 3 tablespoons kosher salt 3. 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 4. 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 5. 1 teaspoon ground cumin 6. 4 cups fresh cauliflower rice 7. 4 cups chicken broth 8. 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 9. 1 large onion, finely chopped 10. 2 cloves garlic, minced 11. 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 12. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 13. 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped 14. 4 cups thinly sliced cucumber 15. 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 16. 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 17. 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 18. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 19. Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and ground turmeric.
3. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork shoulder.
4. Place the pork in a roasting pan and roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
5. Remove the pork from the oven, cover with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
6. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cook until translucent.
7. Stir in turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, and parsley, followed by cauliflower rice. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Pour chicken broth into the saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 7 10 minutes or until the rice is tender.
9. To prepare the cucumber salad, in a large bowl, combine sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to mix well.
10. Slice the rested pork and serve it alongside the cauliflower rice and cucumber salad.

Chef’s Insight

To achieve a perfect balance of flavors and textures, make sure to season each component individually and adjust according to your taste preferences.

Notes

Adjust seasonings according to personal taste preferences. You may need to add additional salt or pepper for the cucumber salad.