Looking for a low-carb and healthy alternative to traditional fried rice? Try our Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe! This dish is surprisingly tasty and easy to make, with all the flavors of your favorite fried rice but without the guilt and extra calories. Our recipe uses cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice, which is a fantastic way to increase your vegetable intake. You'll love this satisfying and easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients:
To make cauliflower fried rice, you will need the following:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, riced
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it becomes a rice-like texture.
2. Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add red and green bell peppers and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Stir in cauliflower rice and cook for 5-7 minutes.
5. Push the rice mixture to the sides of the pan and add beaten eggs to the center. Scramble the eggs in the center of the pan until cooked through.
6. Mix the scrambled eggs into the rice and vegetable mixture, then stir in frozen peas and carrots, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
7. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through.
8. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds and serve hot.
Benefits of Cauliflower Fried Rice:
Cauliflower is a nutrient-dense vegetable that is low in carbs and calories, making it an excellent alternative to traditional rice in this recipe.
Other benefits of cauliflower include:
- High in fiber and antioxidants
- May aid in digestion and weight loss
- Contains choline, which is important for brain health
- May help reduce inflammation
- May lower the risk of some types of cancer
- Lowers blood pressure and promotes heart health
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