Keto Plantain Pottage

Elevate your keto meal game with this vibrant and wholesome Keto Plantain Pottage, a low-carb twist on a beloved classic! This hearty dish combines the earthy goodness of unripe green plantains and cauliflower with the creamy richness of coconut milk for a satisfying, nutrient-packed experience. Infused with bold flavors from fresh ginger, garlic, and red bell pepper, and spiced with fragrant thyme and curry powder, this pottage is a perfect balance of taste and health. A touch of scotch bonnet pepper brings a gentle heat, while tender spinach adds a pop of green and extra nutrients. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot keto-friendly recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a comforting, flavor-forward dish that will delight your taste buds while keeping your carb count in check. Perfect for those following ketogenic, paleo, or gluten-free diets.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium unripe green plantains
• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 small scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 cups water
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel the plantains and cut them into bite-sized cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into florets and chop into small pieces resembling rice or small cubes.

Step 3

Chop the onion, mince the garlic and ginger, and chop the red bell pepper and scotch bonnet pepper. Be cautious with the scotch bonnet pepper as it is very spicy.

Step 4

In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the red bell pepper and scotch bonnet pepper, and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add the plantains and cauliflower to the pot, stirring everything together.

Step 8

Pour in the coconut milk and water, and add the thyme, curry powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Allow the mixture to come to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the plantains are tender.

Step 10

Add the spinach and let it cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your Keto Plantain Pottage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1964.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1091.2

Total Fat 32.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3865.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 97.5g
Protein 20.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292.1mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 4584.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.4%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 68.8%