“Elegant Filipino-Style Vegan Adobo Over Cauliflower Rice with Citrus Mango Salsa”

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Ingredients

• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegan Adobo: In a pan over medium heat, melt coconut oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add mushrooms and cook until softened. Stir in soy sauce, white vinegar, water, brown sugar, ground black pepper, and lime juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the sauce has slightly thickened.
2. Prepare the Citrus Mango Salsa: In a bowl, mix together diced mango, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and halved cherry tomatoes. Season with salt to taste.
3. Cook the Cauliflower Rice: In another pan over medium heat, sauté the cauliflower rice in coconut oil for 5 7 minutes or until tender but not mushy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Assemble the dish: Place a generous serving of cauliflower rice on each plate, then top with the prepared Vegan Adobo. Spoon Citrus Mango Salsa over the top for an explosion of flavors and textures.

Chef’s Insight

Adjust the heat of the dish by adding more black pepper or red onion to the salsa. - Play with textures by adding roasted cashews or peanuts for crunch.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the ratios of ingredients to suit your taste preferences. - Serve with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete, balanced meal.