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Keto Indian Breakfast: Spicy Shakshuka with Cauliflower Rice and Mint-Yogurt Sauce

A flavorful indian breakfast perfect for keto eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 20 minutes - Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Indian

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy (Yogurt)

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1
  • inch piece ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup riced cauliflower
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or butter

Instructions

  1. a. In a large pan, heat the ghee or butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent. b. Stir in the garlic, ginger, jalapeno, and bell pepper. Cook for 3 4 minutes until the vegetables are softened. c. Add the tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, paprika, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. d. Create 6 small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each one. Cover and cook until the eggs are set to your desired consistency. e. In a separate pan, sauté the cauliflower rice with a pinch of salt until softened. Set aside. f. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt and chopped mint leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. g. To plate, spoon the cauliflower rice onto each serving dish, followed by a generous scoop of the shakshuka. Dollop the mint yogurt sauce on top and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

To enhance the aroma, add a pinch of asafoetida to the shakshuka mixture.

Notes

Adjust the spiciness of the dish by adding more or fewer jalapenos.

Cultural or Historical Background

Shakshuka is a popular Israeli dish with roots in North African cuisine. The addition of cauliflower rice and mint-yogurt sauce gives this classic breakfast dish a unique keto twist.