🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Cauliflower

• Cut the cauliflower into florets.
• Boil in lightly salted water for 10 minutes until tender.
• Drain well and set aside—don’t rinse!

2️⃣ Cook the Rice

• Heat a drizzle of oil in a pot.
• Add the rice and toast it until lightly golden.
• Pour in twice the amount of water as rice.
• Season with 1 tsp salt, black pepper, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 bay leaf, and chopped parsley.
• Cover and cook until the water is fully absorbed.

3️⃣ Make the Savory Meat Filling

• Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan.
• Sauté onions until softened, then add garlic.
• Stir in ground pork and cook until lightly browned.
• Season with 1 tsp salt, black pepper, and sweet paprika.
• Pour in 200 ml water, cover, and simmer until most of the liquid evaporates.

4️⃣ Combine the Meat & Rice

• Mix the cooked rice with the seasoned meat mixture.
• Taste & adjust seasoning as needed.
• Cook everything together for another 10 minutes.

5️⃣ Assemble the Casserole

• In a greased baking dish, layer as follows:
• ✅ 1st layer: Cauliflower, sour cream, meat-rice mixture, shredded cheese.
• ✅ 2nd layer: Remaining cauliflower, sour cream, and the rest of the shredded cheese.

6️⃣ Bake to Perfection

• Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted & golden brown.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!