I have been a little bit obsessed with the idea of cauliflower ‘rice’ ever since I came across it! I have used cauliflower rice in a number of recipes that I have shared with you and I think that it warranted sharing a basic version that can be used in pretty much and dish that calls for rice. Cauliflower rice is basically cauliflower that has been ‘riced’ by grating into small rice like pieces and sauteed until it is lightly golden brown on the outside and nice and tender on the inside. Although cauliflower rice does not have the exact same texture as rice it is a light, healthy, low carb and tasty alternative and it’s a great way to sneak an extra vegetable into your meal!
Cauliflower Rice
Riced cauliflower makes for a light, healthy, low carb and tasty alternative to rice!
ingredients
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 tablespoon oil
directions
- Rice the cauliflower by grating it on the larger holes on a grater or in a food processor. (The food processor makes this so quick and easy!)
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, add the cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower rice is tender and slightly golden brown, about 7-10 minutes.
Catherine says
May 20, 2014 at 11:53 amHealthy and good. Blessings, Catherine
Sherri@The Well Floured Kitchen says
May 20, 2014 at 11:55 amI love this idea for a creative twist on rice. Looks delicious and simple- the food processor makes life so easy doesn't it? For whatever reason, whenever I heard of cauliflower rice, I was thinking to use my ricer after it was cooked. Glad I saw these instructions!
We are not Martha says
May 20, 2014 at 12:18 pmThis looks awesome and sounds like a great alternative to rice. I definitely need to try it!!
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Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
May 20, 2014 at 1:27 pmLove this Kevin! so simple! if you like this, you need to try Smitten Kitchen's cauliflower pesto. . it's WONDERFUL!!
The Chardonnay Kitchen says
May 20, 2014 at 1:32 pmI just made my first batch of this last week – my cauliflower-obsessed and low-carb (diabetic) husband went NUTS for it. I tossed in tiny diced fresh chives for some color and flavor.
kevin says
May 20, 2014 at 1:34 pmThe Chardonnay Kitchen: When I am serving it as a side or in a Mexican themed dish I like to toss it with cilantro and lime juice.
Nicole says
May 20, 2014 at 4:24 pmI am making this for my husband and see if he notice a difference. Looks yummy!
Crystal S. | Apples & Sparkle says
May 20, 2014 at 4:49 pmThanks for posting this basic recipe Kevin. I've always loved cauliflower and I am so glad that it is getting it's time in the sun. : ) I love that you saute it til golden, that just looks so flavorful.
Cathleen says
May 20, 2014 at 5:47 pmI have never even heard of cauliflower rice! This looks fantastic!
Cate @ Chez CateyLou says
May 20, 2014 at 6:33 pmI have been dying to try cauliflower rice! It looks so delicious, but so healthy – win win! Can't wait to try your version
Sarah Mahon says
May 20, 2014 at 9:40 pmToo easy not to try! Looks good!
md says
May 20, 2014 at 9:40 pmOh, no! Now what am I going to do with the ricer I bought at a thrift store recently specifically to make Cauliflower Rice?! I think I might try the rice after cooking strategy and see what happens…
Matt Robinson says
May 20, 2014 at 9:45 pmThis is our kind of rice, Kevin. Love it, and so healthy too!!!
Jo says
May 20, 2014 at 10:47 pmGood one Kevin, thanks. I will certainly try it. I happen to have a cauliflower in my fridge.
Judith says
May 21, 2014 at 12:39 amIt's great in a stir-fry in place of rice. My family loves it! Judy
Layla @ Brunch Time Baker says
May 21, 2014 at 3:43 amI've also been obsessed with the idea of cauliflower rice. I love that it's a low card alternative. I've been testing with cauliflower over the past few weeks and love it!
Aimee says
May 21, 2014 at 1:10 pmCant wait to try it, Kevin!
Rachel Farnsworth says
May 21, 2014 at 2:47 pmI'm glad someone shares my obsession. It is such a great low-cal alternative to rice!
Inner Imp says
May 21, 2014 at 3:03 pmThank you, Kevin… especially for the nutritional info you provide. Have you ever complied all your low carb recipes?
Gaby says
May 21, 2014 at 3:46 pmThis is one of my very favorite ways to have cauliflower!
kansasgirl1 says
May 21, 2014 at 3:53 pmI actually have a "ricer" – I can hardly wait to try this out! Thank you!
Mark @ Meat Grinder says
May 22, 2014 at 1:09 amReally easy to make, when I read your article I remember the song: Mouse Loves Rice 😀 LoL
Marcie FlavortheMoments says
May 23, 2014 at 10:11 pmI have yet to try cauliflower rice, and yours is really making me want to try it much sooner! It looks so golden brown and delicious!
Figment says
May 25, 2014 at 3:20 pmI use this with a lot of dishes.. it's great for a keto/low carb jambalaya or even a meat fried rice..
Libby says
May 25, 2014 at 3:36 pmThis was fantastic.
Librarian Lavender says
May 26, 2014 at 5:56 pmThat looks so good and it's unbelievably healthy too! A great recipe as always and very easy!
Jenny says
May 27, 2014 at 1:45 pmI have been wanting to try this for so long! You've talked me into it!!
Cynthia says
May 29, 2014 at 2:39 pmLove cauliflower rice, Kevin – it's delicious. Thanks!
Yulia says
May 29, 2014 at 3:08 pmI love Cauliflower Rice. Last time I made it my partner didn't even notice that it was not real rice 🙂
Jeanette says
May 31, 2014 at 1:28 amI've been seeing cauliflower rice around a lot lately and it looks so good – going to have to try it as we are big cauliflower eaters in our house.
vanillasugarblog says
June 20, 2014 at 10:53 pmKevin–did you use the food processor for this or the grater?
such a great idea.
sharing this for next weeks friday links!
kevin says
June 21, 2014 at 12:05 amvanillasugarblog: I have been using the food processor to rice cauliflower ever since I first tried it, including for the cauliflower in these photos.
Headchef says
March 15, 2016 at 9:35 pmThis "rice" makes excellent curries!
Electro Grinder says
July 11, 2017 at 4:30 pmDamn, cauliflower is something amazing. I see it first time in my life 😀