Paleo Mujadara with Caramelized Onions and Dates

Ingredients

• 1 large head Cauliflower, riced
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 large Onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Dates, pitted and chopped
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/4 cup Almonds, slivered
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the 1 large head of cauliflower by ricing it. Place the riced cauliflower in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until tender. Alternatively, heat 1 tablespoon of the 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (350°F/175°C) and saute the riced cauliflower for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
2. 2While the cauliflower is cooking, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (350°F/175°C). Add the 2 large onions, thinly sliced, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, until they are soft, deeply golden brown, and smell sweet. This is called caramelizing.
3. 3Add the 1/2 cup of dates, pitted and chopped, along with the 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the skillet with the caramelized onions. Stir everything together and cook for 2 more minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
4. 4If you steamed the cauliflower, drain it well. Add the cooked cauliflower rice to the skillet with the onions and dates. Stir in the 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. 5Transfer the Mujadara to a serving dish. Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of slivered almonds over the top.
6. 6Serve the Paleo Mujadara hot.

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