Asian Beef & Broccoli with Paleo Rice

Today I am sharing another one of my favorite Paleo carb substitutes, Paleo rice which is basically seasoned, ground cauliflower.  Might sound gross but you will be surprised at how tasty it is!  Believe it or not, you can also use cauliflower to make faux mashed potatoes and pizza crust (will share another time).  Serve rice with the Asian Beef & Broccoli recipe below or my Orange Chicken for a healthy Paleo alternative to Chinese take out!

Asian Beef & Broccoli
Adapted from: The Food Lovers Kitchen
Prep Time:  Approximately 5 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• sesame or coconut oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh grated ginger or 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 lb grass-fed ground beef (or other form of beef, sliced/cubed/etc.)
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup green onion, sliced thin
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos, gluten-free soy sauce or other soy sauce substitute
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes
• sea salt and pepper to taste
• sesame seeds (for optional garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
2. Saute the garlic and ginger in the oil for 2 minutes.
3. Add beef and cook until browned.
4. Add the broccoli and continue cook over high heat for a few minutes.
5. Add green onions, coconut aminos or soy sauce, red pepper flakes, sea salt and pepper and cook for 2-3 more minutes.
6. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve over Paleo rice recipe below.

Paleo Rice

Adapted from: The Food Lovers Kitchen

Prep Time:  Approximately 5 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower, rinsed and patted dry
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tsp sea salt 
• 1 tsp pepper

Instructions:

1. Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice (or use a grater).
2. Heat oil a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Saute the garlic and onion for 3-4 minutes or until onion is translucent.
4. Add cauliflower rice and saute for 4-5 more minutes.
5. Season with sea salt and pepper.