For many people, fried rice is the ultimate simple comfort food but it’s rich in carbs and salt. Treat yourself to a fresh lower-carb take on a classic thanks to this delicious and easy Fried Cauliflower Rice recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Fried Cauliflower Rice
Crazy About Cauliflower- Cauliflower might just be nature’s most beautiful flower, or at least a chef’s favorite! This amazing ingredient can be used in so many versatile and delicious ways, but none compare to this delightful
Fried Cauliflower Rice! Family Favorite – Young and old can all agree on this dish! The sensational savory flavor of this Cauliflower Rice is a crowd-pleasing meal that you will want to make once a week! Low-Carb Friendly
-This amazing take on fried rice has everything but the carbs! The light and delicious cauliflower rice makes this dish healthy for those watching those carbs so everyone can enjoy the perfect ‘rice’ dish!
EQUIPMENT
Large Skillet: The only equipment you will need is a large skillet or wok to fry the rice. Also, grab a stirring tool like a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
INGREDIENTS
Sesame Oil Adds toasty nutty flavor. You can also substitute this ingredient with peanut oil if desired.
Onions Diced – This ingredient adds tantalizing savory flavor to the cauliflower.
Garlic Chopped – Fresh garlic is positively irresistible and makes this Fried Cauliflower Rice rice dish so delicious!
Green Onions Chopped – Adds peppery onion flavor. If a pinch you can also use spring onions or even shallots.
Red Bell Pepper Diced – Adds color and crunch. You can also trade the red bell pepper or another variety or a mix of multicolored peppers if you like.
Cauliflower Rice Choose your favorite brand of premade cauliflower rice to keep this Fried Cauliflower Rice recipe simple.
Eggs Fresh eggs add flavor and protein to this Fried Cauliflower Rice rich
Sesame Oil
Tamari Sauce This adds a great fermented soy flavor without the wheat that is usually found in soy sauce.
Simple seasonings are the ideal finishing touch for this dish. Combine the seasonings to make the perfect flavor for this Fried Cauliflower Rice rice.
- Dried Ginger
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Pepper
- Sea Salt
Expert Notes
How to Serve Fried Cauliflower Rice
- This delicious “rice” dish is the perfect low-carb nosh and everyone loves fried rice so you know this dish flies off the table at family dinner!
- Cauliflower Fried Rice is best when enjoyed warm right after cooking, but you can also save the leftovers for easy lunches throughout the week!
How to Store Fried Cauliflower Rice
- One of the great things about this dish is how easy it is to save and enjoy later. You can even make it for meal prep!
- To store Cauliflower Fried Rice, allow the rice to cook completely before moving it to an airtight container. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To reheat the cauliflower rice, microwave it or place a small amount in a wok or skillet and heat on low stirring often until warm throughout.
Fried Cauliflower Rice
Ingredients
Fried Cauliflower Rice Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp onions diced
- 1 tsp chopped garlic
- 1 small bunch of green onions chopped
- Half of red bell pepper diced
- 1 bag of cauliflower rice
- 1 tsp dried ginger
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp pepper
- ½ sea salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp tamari sauce
Instructions
Instructions:
- Add the sesame oil to a hot skillet.
- Sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add in the garlic and fry for a couple of minutes.
- Add in the green onions and bell pepper and stir occasionally until soft.
- Add in the cauliflower rice, and cook the rice for 5 minutes.
- Make some room in the middle of the skillet and crack in the eggs.
- Fry the eggs until they are done and mix them in with the rice.
- Now add in the spices, a little bit more sesame oil, and the tamari.
- Combine well and let this come together for 5 minutes on low to medium heat.
Plate and enjoy your Pure Plate.
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Thank You!
Thank you so much for reading this blog! I hope when you make this recipe you enjoy it as much as me and my family did! If you do make this delicious dish, be sure to tag me on Instagram @pure_plates_recipes!
