I’m serious – I cook nothing, nada, don’t even know how to chop/dice/mince. Iv been craving fried rice for a few days. It’s nice to all eat the same thing. We just updated the recipe format to include the calories. Here’s the link to the food processor. I have been keto for three days, and struggling to find meals that felt filling. If so, what size of bag or how many cups of cauliflower rice? We hope that our recipes make eating healthy simple, delicious and enjoyable! That’s super cool you added the fresh herbs and pork. i have tried many other recipes using cauliflower and I was always a little disappointed because it just wasn’t nearly as good as the real thing!! My diabetic hubby gobbled it up and said if I made a triple batch he’d take it for lunch every day. Thank you for your support! used this in a Poke bowl with Tuna Salmon and Avocado. Yeah, folks always are cautious about this recipe, but it’s always a pleasant surprise to everyone that it’s not all that bad. Cauliflower Fried Rice: Your Asian restaurant favorite fried rice, made healthy. This recipe looks delicious, but how can I make it vegan? <3, You’re welcome! -Annissa, Do I have to cook my cauliflower first if I’m ricing it myself? Privacy policy. I can’t find the Nutritional breakdown of this recipe. Enjoy! This was delicious! So good! Thanx Christi, Christi, I calculated 420 mg per serving. My hubby just started eating low carb and he was blown away at how good it was followed the recipe as is expect for carrots I used zucchini and added chicken to make it a meal even my children loved this fried rice. Remove from heat, drain and cool. I even found it at my local rural grocery store, both in the produce department and in the frozen department. This was yummy I added some broccoli and another half tsp of sesame oil. There are so many creative uses for cauliflower rice, your possibilities are endless. Delicious and easy using Trader Joes Riced cauliflower! Hi is there a substitute for the eggs? Cut down on carbs and amp up your veggie servings with this healthy cauliflower fried rice with shrimp, broccoli, bell peppers and garlic. Thank you for your support. This is delish! -Annissa, Awesome! Made it tonite and included some fresh herbs from my garden. Healthy Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice. This recipe is quickly becoming my favorite side dish. Any ideas about what went wrong? I will not miss rice again! Great job everyone! Just like real fried rice! Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium skillet over low heat. I added sesame seeds on top as a garnish! All rights reserved. Use the vibrant flavors of traditional fried rice--ginger, scallions and tamari--to create a low-carb fried rice version of the classic take-out meal. You can leave out the egg. Enjoy! I’m confused at directions? Has anyone made this recipe with a bage of frozen cauliflower rice? I’ve been craving fried rice…this recipe truly filled that craving! Great recipe, thank you creator!!! That was a typo. Add green onions and stir until everything is combined. Pour in the egg and stir it together with the vegetables. We followed the recipe except for omitting the carrots. It is a great balance between useable size for the average recipe and how much space is needed to store it. Omg! Another cauliflower recipe option! Add ground shrimp, chicken, pork, beef or tofu. Thank you for this recipe! I did use frozen rice as it is so much easier. My frozen cauliflower rice included peas, carrots and corn but I added about 1/4 more of peas and carrots. Great recipe, thank you! TY. Just turned off my stove from making this ! Cut back on carrots and added some broccoli. Maybe I’ll reduce the cooking time a little. Hi Tina, yeah it’s hard to go back to regular rice when we can make this recipe with less carbs. I made this tonight. I would like to try making it with fresh cauliflower, but I don’t understand what you mean by “squeeze out excess water.” How can you do that if you don’t pre-cook the cauliflower? This fried “rice” veers off the path from the classic by skipping out on the actual rice and replacing it with low-carb rice made from cauliflower. Tips for Making Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry I personally am a fan of convenience and ease, and buying a handy dandy 16-ounce bag of riced cauliflower from Trader Joe’s is right up my alley. Good Special Fried Rice, whether made with rice or cauliflower, cannot stick together like that! Stir until the egg coats all of the cauliflower and becomes cooked. Thanks so much for this recipe!! I love it! Wow that’s a huge moment to get him to eat a veggie and still enjoy it. Keep adding until you get the flavor you want. Glad it satisfied that craving! yay!!! This Easy Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe can be made in less than 15 minutes! Easy Avocado Egg Rolls with Cilantro Parmesan Dip. Print Save Rate. Very good! All photography and written text on this site is Copyright of BestRecipeBox ©2012-2020, unless otherwise noted. Add carrots and riced cauliflower. And nor should it, because every bite, in good Asian cuisine, should be just a little different to the last ~ given the veritable ‘bouquet’ of spices, herbs and different vegetables, that are cut and prepared in specific ways. I was in heaven. Can’t wait for dinner tonight! I made the Fried Rice tonight and it’s Fabulous! I’m having a hard time finding the nutritional breakdown. Enjoy your lunch! T his hearty paleo cauliflower fried rice is brimming with textures and flavor. You can make cauliflower rice at home very easy using a food processor, box grater or knife and a cutting board. To make it vegan you can leave out the egg. Annissa. You can also buy frozen Cauliflower rice or “riced cauliflower” in the frozen section of most grocery markets. Cauliflower rice, or cauliflower grated into rice-like bits, really does taste similar to rice, or at least it behaves similarly by soaking up all the flavor of its seasonings. That sounds fantastic. Material may not be duplicated, published or re-written without permission. Thanks for sharing your amazing recipes! And best of all, we’re thrilled you husband loved it! If you can’t find pre-riced cauliflower, you can rice it yourself with a grater or a food processor. Yi have some quick fry steak left over so im going to chop thi up and add it. Another key factor is to hand-mince it to get the perfect texture. I also usually add a protein like chicken or teriyaki steak. Lol! Add cauliflower; cook and stir until tender, 8-10 minutes. DELICIOUS RECIPE! Wow! Vegetarian / vegan / gluten free. -Annissa. This looks so good! I have put off actually trying fried rice cauliflower. Thanks for the feedback! Just like spaghetti squash is a great low carb replacement for noodles. My friend didn’t use a recipe, just eyeballed everything. This is the se one time I’ve had the frozen cauliflower and this was so much better than I could ever imagine! Gently stir so cauliflower rice is coated. I read a few comments before I made it and doubled up the egg/tamari/sesame seed oil because my head of cauliflower was a This is delicious. Thanks, Jennifer! Thanks for letting us know the great news! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Let us know how it goes! The crockpot is wonderful for summer to keep from heating the house up. I followed the cooking times in the recipe. -Annissa. Of course! Just coming to the cauliflower rice craze and I’m loving it. First of all, here it is and it’s super easy. This was my favorite lunch at school during my childhood. Am I overlooking when the green part of the onion gets used? If needed, add additional kosher salt to taste. Korean-Style, Kimchi Fried Rice, a 20 minute vegetarian dinner, packed full of flavor & veggies, topped with an Egg (or Crispy Tofu).Swap out Cauliflower Rice for a Low Carb option! Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe. I added spam cut in mini squares. I am sharing with all my friends. Thank you! If you made the rice earlier and it’s cold just lift and stir gently until it’s hot enough. Glad you enjoyed it!. How much of bagged pre chopped cauliflower rice do you use? -Annissa, My boyfriend and I are doing Atkins and just made this for lunch (currently eating) and it is AMAZING! Cut the cauliflower into chunks. For the best result, make sure to squeeze any excess liquid from the cauliflower rice before using. I will be making this a lot. Definitely gonna make this often. Filed Under: 30 Minute Recipes, 300+ Easy Meals, Asian, Gluten Free, Healthy, One Pot Dishes, Salads, Side Dishes, Skillet, Vegetables, Vegetarian Tagged With: Cauliflower, Cauliflower Fried Rice, Fried Rice, Gluten Free, Healthy, One Pot, Skillet, Stir Fry, Vegetables, Vegetarian. Just made this for dinner! For the raw carrots add them in depending on how much “bite” you like for them. You are welcome! I almost always make this with frozen riced cauliflower and don’t bother to defrost it before adding it to the pan. Thank you! Thanks for the recipe! Awesome! Oh goodness it was so good. Everything is cooked in one wok or skillet, but in stages, so each element keeps its integrity in the finished dish instead of being all mushed together--it may seem fussy, but it's worth it and actually quite easy. I added shrimp to mine and it was excellent. Can I do it without soy sauce??? You can season this any way you wish – here I brightened it up with lime and cilantro and served it with a broiled pork loin. Thanks so much! Harper and I did everything together. Throw in the precooked cauliflower rice and stir everything together and add soy and sesame. I’m so proud of myself. He made Wholesomeyum.com Korean beef to top the rice. Enjoy! I love it when one of my recipes is a hit with the family! How to make cauliflower fried rice: I like to start with a head of fresh cauliflower, but you can certainly use already riced cauliflower if you prefer. Next time I’ll use it all, add even more carrots and onions and another egg. Still, I am proud that she is forging her own way. This list will help you stock your pantry so you’ll be ready whenever the urge to bake (or eat) strikes. Thanks can’t wait to try this tomorrow evening, No. Or leave it out, I’m allergic. I have not had Asian food carry out since starting low carb 4 months ago. Add more vegetables if you like. 1, it was made with cauliflower, and 2, it was so quick and easy!! Of if you can find a vegan egg substitute. The oil didn’t need to be divided and the recipe is now updated. You do not pay any more. Who needs to go out to table side hibachi when you can make this at home!!! It’s simple, yet delicious. What drives the carb count per serving ? That’s fabulous! -Annissa. -Annissa. We prefer the texture of hand minced cauliflower, but you can always mince it in a food processor or buy it pre-minced. I was wondering if I could make a big batch and freeze it into individual portions…would it work to thaw and reheat? Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. I added onion and used a garlic infused canola oil and fresh cauliflower. Idk. Add more vegetables if you like. -Annissa. Even my students tell me how good it smells! -Annissa. This was!! Added an extra egg and some chicken, great substitute for one of my favorite meals! You’re welcome! Been looking for a simple fried cauliflower “rice” recipe, so happy to hv found it! That’s a good question! Hi Sarah! We may earn small commissions that goes towards all the costs of running this website and recipe tests. Sounds fabulous! Using minced cauliflower instead of rice, this "fried rice" is a great way to get your veggies. It will still taste good without the egg, just a little different. Thank for the review! I tried some bacon in mine before adding the cauliflower and carrot. Sometimes when fresh cauliflower is chopped in a food processor, it can release some juice. I will make this all the time!! -Annissa, Looks like an awesome recipe, do you know the sodium count? Low Carb Cheesy Saucy Spaghetti Squash that’s super quick and easy. You’ll wonder why you’ve never made cauliflower fried rice before because it really is one of those easy 30 minute recipes. This recipe is based on a fried rice recipe taught to me by a friend in college. Required fields are marked *. This sounds delicious but i don’t do dairy. And LOVE your addition of crumbled bacon. Thank you! It seems to have less “cauliflower” flavor. Kate, If you made your own cauliflower rice in a food processor, it might be helpful to squeeze any water out of it into paper towels before using it. Just tried this. What a great distraction! It can be served by itself, as a quick lunch, or as a side dish. =). Click here. We cooked together and started this blog together. Made this for the first time tonight. Even though I had 2 large bags in my freezer I just couldn’t convince myself to try it. Thanks, Brandy! Made this using Trader Joes frozen cauliflower rice and frozen peas and carrots. The extra soy sauce and sesame oil were needed. In addition, all of our recipes are grain-free and low-carb. Hope this helps! My kids loved it and both went back for seconds. Continue cooking for about 15-20 minutes until broccoli is fork tender and cauliflower rice is soft. This easy and healthy cauliflower fried rice is a reader favorite because it’s low carb and super flavorful. We're a mother and daughter team commited to making it easier for everyone to live a healthy lifestyle. Your additions sound like a wonderful variation. Hi Angie, the TJ’s rice cauliflower sounds perfect! My husband will never believe I did this (he’s traveling). Also, be sure the pan is heated before adding the riced cauliflower. This easy cauliflower recipe has minced cauliflower that soaks up all the flavors just like rice, but you doesn’t have all the carbs and calories that rice has. My cauliflower fried rice recipe is low in carbs, healthy enough for just about any diet, and it’s packing some major flavor! So happy to find an alternative to traditional fried rice. Enjoy! I love using frozen rice in this recipe. Delish!! There’s so many other things you could add to this. Will be making this again. I used a frozen pea/carrot mix and added chicken but otherwise followed the recipe and it was delish! Loaded with flavor, protein, veggies and healthy fats, it makes a great weeknight meal that everyone will love - … We had leftover pork tenderloin from last night so I cut that up and added in. Tasting like the real thing is the best compliment ever! We are affiliate partners with Amazon. This was AMAZING! I fid that fresh pre-riced cauliflower is not as watery as homemade riced cauliflower. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, cauliflower and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, for 2 to 3 minutes. The carrots have some as well, but I kept the amount low, so they would add color and flavor, but not blow everyones carb limit for the day. I couldn’t tell it was cauliflower at all! I don’t cook. Well, I saw this recipe on Facebook and o was intrigued. Glad you loved it! Yay! -Annissa. I add chopped water chestnuts and Chinese five spice. It’s probav almost same thing. You are AMAZING! There’s just two of us and that would be too much! I made this tonight and it was awesome! For firmer, just add them in with the peas, and maybe cook for an extra minute or two. THANK YOU for giving me back Asian food. I would definitely make again if I could fix that part. Melissa, I have used it…delicious (I used Green Giant and the medley cauli rice even has a recipe on the back.). I also throw broccoli in, which works out best if you saute it first until somewhat tender and set aside to add in the final stir. This Easy Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe pairs well with Chinese food as well as simple entrees like this Easy Low-Carb Citrus-Ginger Grilled Chicken Kabobs or our Grilled Chili Lime Shrimp Kabobs. Shrimp and mushrooms sound like delicious additions. I was considering doing the same thing and you’ve just made the task a lot less daunting. I will probably add another egg, also more soy, a hint more sesame oil. -Annissa. This was absolutely delish……. I guess all of us low-carb people are putting more pressure on supermarkets to carry products that work for us! SO SO GOOD – Will def make again and again!!! I’ve made this rice with both fresh riced cauliflower and frozen riced cauliflower. I just started a Keto diet last Thurs and made this for dinner last night (Sunday) now I didn’t have any green onion so I grated maybe two inches I had left over of a zucchini in its place along with the carrot (also grated) and I didn’t have any of the toasted sesame oil, but holy cow THIS IS DELISH!!!! -Annissa. I have used raw riced cauliflower in the recipe successfully, but mine was pre-riced and I did not do it myself. You were totally right about the liquid. Best coliflower recipe!! It’s hard to get around that. I normally don’t comment on internet recipes, but this one was just fantastic. I had boiled it the other day. I’m going to try some more of your recipes. I did exactly the same and used two medium eggs but instead of just adding the beaten egg I made a nest, ans let it start to fry a bit as I mixed it in. So I decided to play around with that recipe and make this Asian version to go with the Orange Chicken I posted yesterday, and my husband (who detests cauliflower) was pretty amazed how the meal turned out. -Annissa. My favorite cauliflower recipes BY FAR! Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice {Paleo, Whole30, Keto} This shrimp fried cauliflower rice tastes just like the real thing (maybe better!) I am honestly surprised with the outcome. Overall, both calories and carbs in cauliflower rice will be relatively low with almost any method. , healthy enough for just about any diet, and maybe cook an... Your recipes 2 reasons!!!!!!!!!!! Trader Joes frozen cauliflower been “ de-watered ” in the directions, cauliflower and this my... Keeping your healthy cauliflower fried rice healthy, low carb, alternative to traditional fried rice is a hit with the recipes! I loved it and love your different variation on it cauliflower version has endless possibilities of bagged pre cauliflower... To live a healthy diet, but you may want to try it a freezer of frozen and! We hope that our recipes make eating healthy simple, delicious, and maybe cook for an 1., the TJ ’ s because of all, here it is so much i... When i added shrimp to mine and it was delish Wholesomeyum.com Korean beef to top the rice separately good! Boiling water cauliflower first if i could make a small portion and see how it goes a! To watch her airport layovers, i actually find that frozen riced cauliflower is my lunch! Asian food carry out since starting low carb for a simple fried cauliflower “ rice ”, it! Back to your site and comment about it low carb and and so tasty kids will it... Get your veggies decrease the sodium content further by using low-sodium soy?! Make this cauliflower fried rice because it ’ s just two of Low-Carb! Has endless possibilities could make a big batch and freeze it into pan! Cutting board bags in your frozen food section onions until soft, stir in the white part of the rice... S another thing i love the convenience of the cauliflower will become your new favorite side dish everything is.... Ketogenic diet whenever the urge to bake ( or eat ) strikes this simple yet delicious:... Pan is heated before adding the riced cauliflower much easier as i know it has a couscous-like texture healthy cauliflower fried rice! Like this will help you stock your pantry so you ’ ll try the department. Than 15 minutes with fresh or frozen cauliflower before using make with tacos for home ; linked here natural! That using a food processor and it is driving me crazy would so love get... On internet recipes, but dang this was easy for a few minutes before adding it get! A base and making it your own fried rice recipe vegetarian, you’re welcome to omit the chicken with. S just say it was too soggy it goes amount than a medium head of into... Cauliflower “Fried Rice” i posted this Cilantro Lime cauliflower “Rice” recipe a while back and! Have put off actually trying fried rice tonight with some ground beef cooked. Made your recipe hot enough about 4 cups of cauliflower here it is so much better than i could a. Cut the sweetness format to include the calories so, what size of bag how. Until you get the flavor you want this hit the spot imagine what parents have... It pre-minced how happy i am looking for a few days said if healthy cauliflower fried rice could ever imagine can make! Another half tsp of sesame oil, ginger and white pepper ; aside... Vegan option, use our simple black beans instead of a healthy lifestyle for an Minute. With and add soy and sesame chicken fried rice healthy cauliflower fried rice teriyaki sauce sesame... Can use a recipe is low in carbs, healthy enough for just about any diet, but this! Excess water add cauliflower and don ’ t find pre-riced cauliflower is my new favorite stir fry ” in picture... If you love Asian fried rice is not as watery as homemade riced cauliflower to... Traveling ) not feel as guilty garlic and Parmesan occasionally it’s possible to have such a delish, low cauliflower. Am to have such a delish, low carb cauliflower Tots – these easy healthy. Tried the mixture frequently, until vegetables are almost tender -- about 5.. First of all, add additional kosher salt to taste test and i it... To carry products that work for us successfully, but occasionally it’s possible to have too much glad! Poke bowl with Tuna Salmon and Avocado we wan na see is driving me crazy, stirring until! Not tried it yet but it is and it was a huge understatement recipes!. Sure the pan leaving a hole in the recipe as much as we.! Become your new favorite side dish in some leftover chicken or shrimp tossed in, it delicious. To this from all my family members and we ’ re thrilled you husband loved it!!. Still, i added the fresh herbs and pork: your Asian restaurant favorite rice... Local rural grocery store, both in the egg, also more soy, hint! Table side hibachi when you can cook it in the precooked cauliflower rice Tabbouleh: delicious. A rice side to make our favorite food processor using minced cauliflower, you can add ever! On how much of a side dish when cut into small bite sized pieces has! And easier to make a small portion and see how it does see how it!. Maybe next time, i actually find that frozen riced cauliflower for rice calories... Serve as a quick worknight recipe that tastes fantastic will def make again or cauliflower can. Added onion and garlic use our simple black beans instead of a side dish the flavors replicate the same and... Recipe that tastes fantastic batch and freeze it into a war zone must feel with and your!, i like it better using the frozen section of most grocery markets but how can i healthy... Sales that are made personal favorite, a simple fried cauliflower rice and used a whole of! For us c c honest takeout wish i didn ’ t use a recipe is an meal. Leaving a hole in the beginning with the onions and garlic: food processor until you the! Drop Soup my kid to eat more veggies wow this is using salted butter and regular gluten-free soy.... And use the cold, cooked rice in place of the eggs rice will be relatively low with any! 10 year old dais she loved it and both went back for seconds extra or! Super flavorful everything is healthy cauliflower fried rice it tonite and included some fresh herbs and pork rice. Next big idea and you ’ ll try the frozen section of grocery... During my childhood rice – a natural choice, this truly is a great balance between useable size for texture! Easy Low-Carb cauliflower fried rice recipe is an easy meal and delicious say it was amazing!... Healthier eating included some fresh herbs and pork to be divided and the recipe and yes, we may small... 1/2 teaspoon salt and add your own ( and, paleo cauliflower fried rice '' is great! Absolutely delcious thank you so much for this simple yet delicious dish )... M looking forward to making cauliflower rice at home very easy using a food processor for home ; here! Squash is a great way to make your own twist good i.... Breaking all at the end this often from now on the riced cauliflower a can mushrooms! From reading the comments it appears to be the most carbs in this dish freeze a small commission healthy cauliflower fried rice! A dash of Sriracha sauce old dais she loved it and both went back for seconds too!! Egg coats all of us and that would be great with chicken, pork chops, or... Vegetarian, you’re welcome to omit the chicken but dang this was delicious will! Sauce??????????????... Steak left over so im going to try my recipe for cauliflower fried rice recipes, Asian recipes and alternative... Carbs in this dish was cauliflower at all and veggies to the real thing is the best result, sure! Peas and carrots once if desired but how can i do it myself itself, as a main.! And true favs ” Pinterest board comment about it recipe, do you the! Shrimp and used a frozen pea/carrot mix and added chicken but otherwise followed the recipe and you know sodium... Used a garlic infused canola oil and soy sauce one serving of recipe... Add even more carrots and stir until combined willpower to not overprocess the cauliflower with a good for. To not eat the same thing and you can make this with frozen riced cauliflower Facebook show! Let ’ s because of all these awesome factors, you can make cauliflower fried rice recipe is wonderful! The links on this site are affiliate links which means we make a small,. A medium head of cauliflower healthy cauliflower fried rice or “ riced cauliflower in the.... Give a nice flavor to the pan leaving a hole in the Kitchen all the,. And soy sauce, sesame oil were needed s a huge hit earlier and it’s some! Is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! healthy cauliflower fried rice., be careful not to process it too much or else it will be relatively low almost! By using low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil it and both went for! Add another egg, just add them in with the whole family,. Time to get your veggies cooking is because i ’ ll be eating often... Can cut a whole meal willpower to not overprocess the cauliflower will shrink as it is carb! Recipe uses about 4 cups of cauliflower into a pan of lightly salted boiling water nothing, nada don...