Low-carb Cauliflower Rice
Whether you're watching your carbs or just don't want to wait an hour for rice to cook, this low-carb cauliflower rice is a delicious and much healthier option!
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, (washed, trimmed, and cut into small pieces)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, (or olive oil)
- ¼ cup onion, (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger, (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
Instructions
- Place a single layer of cauliflower in a food processor fitted with the steel blade.1 head cauliflower
- Pulse until the cauliflower is a little larger than the size of rice, then transfer into a microwave-safe bowl.
- Repeat with the remaining cauliflower.
- Cover the bowl and microwave the cauliflower at 100% for 5 minutes.
- Spread the cauliflower onto a clean dish towel and let it sit until it’s cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes.
- Bring the edges of the towel together to form a pouch. While holding the cauliflower rice over a bowl, twist and squeeze to remove as much liquid from the cauliflower as possible.
- Heat the oil over medium heat in a large skillet or wok. Once hot, add the onions and sauté, stirring constantly, until translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.1 tablespoon coconut oil, ¼ cup onion
- Add the garlic, ginger, and salt, then cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Add the cauliflower and cook, stirring often, until heated through, about 5 minutes.¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
Notes
This recipe is for 4 servings.
The spices in this recipe were intended to go with an Asian-inspired dish. Feel free to use different spices and seasonings to fit your main course.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Low-carb Cauliflower Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
76
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
15
%
Trans Fat
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0
g
Cholesterol
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
71
mg
3
%
Potassium
25
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
9
g
3
%
Fiber
4
g
16
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Net carbs
5
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.