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.
18 thoughts on “Fried kale cauliflower rice”
I could happily eat this all day long
Hey Matt! thank you my friend! I was pleasantly surprised! I agree with you! ?
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 🙂 !
Dawn, what a great idea! an egg on top would have been just perfect!
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.
I had my doubts, I love real rice, but this is a good enough replacement!
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! 🙂
Yes David, low carbs (good carbs) and super flavors in it!
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!
Shashi! yes Dawn’s idea was great and I already try it, this was even better!
So easy and sounds so good too Gaila. I’m with Matt. I could eat it all day long too!
Mary Ann! thank you! yes this recipe was good, worth repeating!
I tried this…It’s the just amazing type of rice you introduced me, Thanks a lot for sharing!
Thanks! I loved it too! it is a fun way of eating cauliflower
I love the combination od kale and cauliflower, Gaila! Great recipe!
Thank you Agness! I loved it too!
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
Thank you Tania. I totally agree!