Keto Pork Carnitas Bowl with Cauliflower Rice
Tender seasoned pork carnitas served over bright cilantro lime cauliflower rice and topped with fresh avocado. A flavorful, high-protein bowl that keeps carbs low and satisfaction high.
Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jeny + Lila
Jeny created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
8 min
Total
13 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Measure out the pre-made pork carnitas and…
Measure out the pre-made pork carnitas and place them in a small non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C).
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Sear the carnitas for 4 to 5…
Sear the carnitas for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot, fully warmed through, and crisp at the edges.
Look for: hot, fully warmed through, and crisp at the edges
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Heat the cauliflower rice over medium heat…
In a separate pan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the cauliflower rice over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until tender and hot.
Look for: tender and hot
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Stir the fresh cilantro and lime juice…
Stir the fresh cilantro and lime juice into the warm cauliflower rice until evenly distributed.
Look for: evenly distributed
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Transfer the seasoned cilantro lime cauliflower rice…
Transfer the seasoned cilantro lime cauliflower rice to a serving bowl.
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Slice the fresh avocado in half
Slice the fresh avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice 0.5 pcs into bite-sized pieces.
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Top the cauliflower rice bowl with the…
Top the cauliflower rice bowl with the crisp pork carnitas and fresh sliced avocado.
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately. Store leftover cooked components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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