Amazing 5-Minute Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice
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Enjoy a healthy and delicious low-carb cauliflower fried rice, a lighter take on a classic favorite.
- Author: Mei Sprout
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Low Carb
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Add riced cauliflower and frozen peas and carrots to the skillet.
- Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until cauliflower is tender-crisp.
- Push the cauliflower mixture to one side of the skillet.
- Pour the beaten egg into the empty side and scramble until cooked.
- Break up the scrambled egg and mix it with the cauliflower.
- Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your cauliflower is finely riced. You can use a food processor or a box grater.
- Adjust soy sauce and sesame oil to your preference.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like chopped bell peppers or broccoli.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg