#nutritioussides

A tasty and healthy side dish that goes well with a range of main courses is spiced brown rice pilaf. This pilaf's flavor profile is inviting and warm due to the blend of aromatic spices.

Ingredients: 1 cup brown rice. 2 cups vegetable broth. 1 tablespoon olive oil. 1 small onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander. 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. 1/4 teaspoon turmeric. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish optional.

Instructions: Olive oil should be heated over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and saut for 34 minutes, or until the ingredients are softened. Add the ground coriander, cumin, and turmeric; cook for an additional minute or two, or until fragrant. Stir the brown rice in the pan to evenly distribute the spices. Add the vegetable broth and season with the pepper and salt. After bringing to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the liquid has been absorbed. Use a fork to fluff the cooked rice. Before serving, garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley, if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Enjoy this Paleo-friendly braised bok choy recipe as a nutritious and flavorful side dish. The combination of garlic, ginger, and coconut aminos gives it a delicious Asian-inspired flavor while adhering to the Paleo diet guidelines.

Ingredients: 4 baby bok choy heads. 2 tablespoons coconut oil. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced. 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth. 2 tablespoons coconut aminos. 1 teaspoon fish sauce. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Trim the baby bok choy's bottoms and pull apart the leaves. Heat the coconut oil in a big skillet over medium heat. Add the ginger and garlic minced to the skillet and saut for one to two minutes, or until fragrant. When the baby bok choy leaves start to wilt, add them to the skillet and stir-fry them for two to three minutes. Add the fish sauce, coconut aminos, and chicken or vegetable broth. Mix thoroughly. When the bok choy is tender, cover the skillet and simmer it for five to seven minutes, stirring from time to time. To taste, add salt and pepper for seasoning. As an accompaniment, serve the Paleo braised bok choy hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes