Cauliflower Fried Rice Low Carb Recipe
The Cauliflower Fried Rice Low Carb Recipe is a healthy and tasty alternative to regular fried rice. It is perfect for people who want fewer carbs without losing flavor. This dish uses cauliflower instead of white rice, which makes it light and filling.
Ingredients
- Fresh cauliflower head
- Olive oil or sesame oil
- Eggs
- Garlic cloves minced
- Fresh ginger grated
- Onion finely chopped
- Carrots finely diced
- Green peas
- Green onions sliced
- Soy sauce or tamari
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the cauliflower
- Wash the cauliflower and cut into florets. Pulse in a food processor until rice-sized pieces form.
Remove moisture
- Place cauliflower rice in a clean towel. Squeeze gently to remove excess water.
Heat the pan
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat. Add oil and let it warm properly.
Cook the eggs
- Crack eggs into the pan. Scramble quickly and remove them from the skillet.
Sauté aromatics
- Add more oil if needed. Cook garlic and ginger until fragrant but not browned.
Add vegetables
- Add onion, carrots, and peas. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Cook cauliflower rice
- Add cauliflower rice to the pan. Cook on high heat while stirring often.
Season the dish
- Add soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat everything evenly.
Add eggs back
- Return scrambled eggs to the pan. Stir gently to combine with rice.
Finish with green onions
- Add sliced green onions. Stir once and remove from heat immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower for best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pan during cooking.
- Cook on high heat to avoid soggy rice.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Use coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for paleo diets.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
- Try sesame oil for deeper flavor.
- Add mushrooms for a meaty texture.