Vegetarian Lomo Saltado with Cauliflower Rice
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For an extra layer of flavor, consider roasting the cauliflower florets in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes before pulsing it in the food processor. This will give the cauliflower rice a deeper flavor and better texture. Additionally, try using different types of mushrooms such as shiitake or oyster for varied flavors and textures. Enhance the sauce by adding a dash of honey or maple syrup to balance the acidity of the vinegar and the saltiness of the soy sauce, creating a more complex flavor profile.
Step 1: Prepare the cauliflower rice
Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice. Set aside.
- 1 head of cauliflower
Step 2: Sauté the vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the sliced mushrooms and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
Step 3: Make the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Step 4: Combine the vegetables and sauce
Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Step 5: Cook the cauliflower rice
In a separate skillet, heat the cauliflower rice over medium-high heat for 3-5 minutes until tender.
Step 6: Serve
Serve the vegetable mixture over the cauliflower rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 whole red onion
- 2 whole portobello mushroom
- 2 whole bell pepper
- bunch fresh cilantro
Seasonings & Spices
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
Pantry Items
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar