Low Carb Chicken Pastil

Indulge in the rich flavors of *Low Carb Chicken Pastil*, a healthy twist on a classic Filipino comfort food! This recipe replaces traditional rice with tender cauliflower rice, perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, fish sauce, and a hint of garlic for an umami-packed meal. Juicy strips of chicken breast are sautéed to perfection before being wrapped in fragrant banana leaves, infusing each bundle with subtle earthy notes. Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it's also low-carb and gluten-free, making it a guilt-free choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve these warm, aromatic bundles as they are or pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic and satisfying dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cauliflower rice
• 1 pound Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 4 sheets Banana leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into small, thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

Mince the onion and garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced onion and garlic to the skillet, and sauté until they become translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the soy sauce, fish sauce, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors. Let it simmer on medium-low heat for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

In another pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the cauliflower rice and sauté until the cauliflower is tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, and mix the cooked chicken mixture with the cauliflower rice. Stir until well combined.

Step 10

Cut the banana leaves into manageable sizes if needed, about 10 inches for each sheet.

Step 11

Spoon a portion of the chicken and cauliflower rice mixture onto the center of a banana leaf.

Step 12

Fold the banana leaf around the mixture, securing the ends by folding them under or tying with a string if necessary.

Step 13

Repeat the wrapping process until all the mixture is used up.

Step 14

Serve the wrapped pastils warm. They are traditionally eaten as is or with a dipping sauce of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1305.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1072.9

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 4567.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.9g
Protein 138.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179.1mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 2189.5mg	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: 36.8%

Protein: 50.7%

Carbs: 12.5%