Portobello with Cauliflower Rice and Mango Salsa

Serves: 1

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Ingredients

Portobello Mushrooms:

• 2 large portobello mushrooms, cut into 3 or 4 pieces
• 2 tsp jerk seasoning (see recipe for “Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Blend” below)
• 2 tsp melted coconut oil
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp tamari
• 2 tsp lime juice

Cauliflower Rice:

• 1 cauliflower, coarsely grated
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• Leaves from 2 thyme sprigs
• 1 clove
• ¼ tsp Himalayan salt
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Mango Salsa:

• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1 tsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• A pinch of Himalayan salt

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Instructions

Portobello Mushrooms:

1. Prepare the marinade:
   • Combine all the marinade ingredients (except the mushrooms) in a bowl.
2. Marinate:
   • Place the mushroom pieces in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for 1 hour.
3. Cook:
   • If using a dehydrator: Dry the mushrooms at 46ºC for 3 hours.
   • If using an oven: Preheat to 200°C and bake the mushrooms for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through.

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Cauliflower Rice:

1. Prepare the rice:
   • Grate the cauliflower into a rice-like texture using a box grater or food processor.
2. Cook:
   • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Sauté the onion until soft, then add the thyme leaves and clove.
   • Stir in the grated cauliflower and cook for 5-7 minutes.
   • Season with salt and lime juice.

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Mango Salsa:

1. Combine ingredients:
   • Mix the diced mango, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.

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Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Blend

Makes: ½ cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tsp dried parsley
• 2 tsp agave syrup
• 2 tsp Himalayan salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

• Mix all ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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Assembly:

1. Serve the baked or dehydrated portobello mushrooms alongside the cauliflower rice and mango salsa.
2. Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

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Tip:
This dish is perfect as a light, flavorful meal or as part of a larger Caribbean-inspired menu!