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Fluffy Cauliflower Fried Rice: Your Low-Carb Takeout Swap

A serving of savory cauliflower rice mixed with scrambled egg and bacon pieces, topped with green onions.
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Make this fluffy cauliflower fried rice to replace takeout. It is a quick, low-carb rice alternative that tastes great and is ready fast for your weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 head cauliflower (about 6 cups riced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 green onion, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cauliflower rice. If using fresh cauliflower, pulse florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains. If using pre-riced, skip this step.
  2. Heat the olive oil and sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the eggs to the skillet and scramble them quickly until just set. Remove the eggs and set them aside.
  4. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the mixed vegetables and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they soften slightly.
  6. Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 7 minutes until the moisture evaporates and the rice is tender but not mushy. This step helps achieve fluffy cauliflower rice.
  7. Return the scrambled eggs to the skillet. Add the soy sauce, ground ginger, and white pepper. Toss everything together to combine and heat through for 1 minute.
  8. Taste the cauliflower fried rice and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onion. This makes a great keto side dish or a healthy stir fry base.

Notes

  • To get truly fluffy cauliflower rice, make sure your skillet is hot and do not overcrowd it. Cook in batches if necessary to allow the moisture to escape.
  • For a complete meal, add 1 cup of cooked, shredded chicken or tofu when you add the eggs back in.
  • This recipe works well for meal prep cauliflower rice; store cooled rice in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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