Shocking Cauliflower Fried Rice (Low-Carb) Win Now
Enjoy a low-carb version of your favorite takeout dish. This cauliflower fried rice delivers familiar, satisfying flavors with fewer carbohydrates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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- 1 head cauliflower (riced)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and carrots, cooking until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Pour the beaten egg into the empty space and scramble until cooked through.
- Add the riced cauliflower and frozen peas to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the egg and vegetables.
- Cook the cauliflower mixture for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until it softens slightly.
- Pour in the soy sauce or tamari and sesame oil. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pre-riced cauliflower to save prep time.
- For a richer flavor, add a dash of fish sauce with the soy sauce.
- If you prefer no egg, simply omit it and proceed with the vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approx. 180
- Sugar: Approx. 4g
- Sodium: Approx. 600mg (varies with soy sauce)
- Fat: Approx. 10g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 70mg