Gratin de Riz Chorizo Tomates (Printable Version)

Cheesy, spicy keto gratin with chorizo and tomatoes. Creamy, golden, and perfect for a satisfying low-carb meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 200 g keto rice or riced cauliflower

→ Protein & Garnish

02 - 100 g spicy chorizo, sliced
03 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

→ Dairy

04 - 200 g shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar or Emmental blend)
05 - 150 ml heavy cream

→ Other

06 - 1 egg
07 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
08 - 6–8 cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste

# Steps To Follow:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 200°C.
02 - For pre-cooked keto rice, toast in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes. For cauliflower rice, sauté in a little olive oil until just tender.
03 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, egg, tomato paste, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Fold the prepared rice into the cream mixture, ensuring all grains are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish. Evenly distribute half of the shredded cheese on top.
06 - Arrange chorizo slices and halved cherry tomatoes over the surface. Sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
07 - Place in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
08 - Remove from oven, scatter chopped parsley on top, and serve hot.

# Notes and Tips:

01 - For added heat, incorporate chili flakes or Espelette pepper. Substitute cream with mascarpone for a richer texture.