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Keto Caribbean Jerk Salmon with Cauliflower Rice & Garlic-Lime Broccoli

Discover the perfect ketogenic Caribbean meal with our Keto Caribbean Jerk Salmon recipe, served with delicious Cauliflower Rice and Garlic-Lime Broccoli. Elevate your low-carb dining experience with this easy-to-prepare dish that brings tropical flavors to your table in just 25 minutes.

Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 10 minutes - Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Caribbean, Keto

Allergens

Fish, Soy (if using store-bought jerk seasoning)

Ingredients

  • 1. Fresh salmon fillets (4 pieces) 2. Caribbean jerk seasoning mix (store
  • bought or homemade) 3. Cauliflower rice (freshly made or pre
  • packaged) 4. Broccoli florets (6 cups, cut into bite
  • sized pieces) 5. Garlic cloves (4, minced) 6. Lime juice (2 limes, freshly squeezed) 7. Olive oil (1 tablespoon) 8. Salt and pepper (to taste) 9. Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Coat salmon fillets with jerk seasoning mix, ensuring even coverage on both sides.
  2. Preheat a non stick skillet over medium heat, add a small amount of olive oil, and cook the seasoned salmon fillets for 4 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Set aside.
  3. In another skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add broccoli florets to the skillet, stirring occasionally and cooking for about 5 minutes or until they are tender yet still vibrant in color.
  5. Season with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Prepare cauliflower rice according to package instructions or by blending raw caulifricot into a rice like consistency.
  7. Serve jerk salmon atop the prepared cauliflower rice, surround it with sautéed garlic lime broccoli, and garnish with fresh cilantro for an aesthetic touch.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this dish is balancing flavors - the spiciness of the jerk seasoning with the freshness of lime juice, and the earthiness of cauliflower rice against the vibrancy of broccoli.

Notes

This dish is perfect for those following a ketogenic diet or looking to incorporate more low-carb options.

Cultural or Historical Background

Jerk seasoning originated in Jamaica, where meats are traditionally marinated in a mixture of spices and then slow-cooked over pimento wood flames. This dish brings that flavorful tradition into a keto-friendly meal.