I have been for the past couple of months on a high protein and low carbs diet and looking for fun ways to cook wanna-be carbs are fast becoming this year's thing.
I have tried so far spiralizing zucchini, cauliflower pizza crust, and today I share with you, cauliflower rice.
This is the perfect way to introduce carbs and grain alternatives to your diet.
All you need is a grater or food processor and pulse a few times to get rice-like pieces, that can then pan-fry in moments or roasted to create a light, fluffy portion.
Experimenting with flavors and textures is all part of the fun, so today’s recipe is a fried rice version of the cauliflower rice.
How to make this you will need either a food processor or a grater (you can grate the raw cauliflower on the coarse side of the grater).
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 5-7 leaves of kale chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic crushed
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- A sprinkle of “piment d’espelette” or cayenne pepper optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven at 350F (200C).
- I put the cauliflower in a baking sheet, drizzle in a splash of olive oil and then spread it out to a thin, even layer.
- Roast in a 350F (200C) for 10 minutes, mixing it in the tray halfway through cooking. This dried the rice out, giving it a light and fluffy texture.
- Note: You can also stir fry it but it tends to leave the “rice” with a soggy texture.
- While roasting the “rice” in the oven, heat the olive oil in a frying pan, the cook the garlic and onions until golden brown, add the kale and cook until soft.
- Mix the Kale mix with the “rice” and sprinkle with some Parmesan cheese.
- Note: Once the cauliflower is prepared, you can store in the fridge for up to three days, or in the freezer for two months. I divide the cauliflower rice into 4 ounces portions and use it as I need it.
Matt says
I could happily eat this all day long
Petit Gourmet says
Hey Matt! thank you my friend! I was pleasantly surprised! I agree with you! ?
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
Love cauliflower rice - so so healthy. Plus, it's an easy way to use up cauliflower quickly if you bought too much (like I often do.....hello Costco, lol). Such a yummy combo here with the kale and cauliflower! Bet this would be lovely with an egg on top too even for breakfast 🙂 !
Petit Gourmet says
Dawn, what a great idea! an egg on top would have been just perfect!
Ben|Havocinthekitchen says
This cauliflower rice is a trendy thing now - I've seen it a lot recently. I don't mind though. I love cauliflower (it makes a delicious and rich mash), and I'm going to try this "rice" one day.
Petit Gourmet says
I had my doubts, I love real rice, but this is a good enough replacement!
David @ Spiced says
You know, I've never actually made cauliflower rice. I've seen so many awesome recipes out there, but I think this one takes it to a whole new level! Turning it into stir fry form is simply genius, and I need to try this ASAP! Plus, it's super healthy, too! Thanks so much, Gaila! 🙂
Petit Gourmet says
Yes David, low carbs (good carbs) and super flavors in it!
Shashi at Savory Spin says
I wouldn't miss carbs if this was in front of me! Gaila, those sounds delicious - and I agree with Dawn - an egg would be a perfect accompaniment - in fact - think this might have to happen for dinner here!
Petit Gourmet says
Shashi! yes Dawn's idea was great and I already try it, this was even better!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
So easy and sounds so good too Gaila. I'm with Matt. I could eat it all day long too!
Petit Gourmet says
Mary Ann! thank you! yes this recipe was good, worth repeating!
Julia says
I tried this...It's the just amazing type of rice you introduced me, Thanks a lot for sharing!
Petit Gourmet says
Thanks! I loved it too! it is a fun way of eating cauliflower
Agness of Run Agness Run says
I love the combination od kale and cauliflower, Gaila! Great recipe!
Petit Gourmet says
Thank you Agness! I loved it too!
Tania Mushtaq says
Cauliflower is low in calories (25 calories in 1 cup) so you can easily use it without the fear of gaining weight. Cauliflower is an excellent source of minerals and vitamins. thank you for sharing delicious recipe
Petit Gourmet says
Thank you Tania. I totally agree!