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Cauliflower Rice

[heart_this] · May 20, 2014 · 34 Comments

Cauliflower Rice

Riced cauliflower makes for a light, healthy, low carb and tasty alternative to rice!

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

Cauliflower Rice

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Servings: 4

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
  1. 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!)
  2. 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.
Tip: Rice the cauliflower on the weekend and store it in the fridge in a sealed container so that it is ready to go for quick weeknight meals.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 47, Fat 3.5g (Saturated 0g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 20mg, Carbs 3.5g (Fiber 1.7g, Sugars 1.6g), Protein 1.3g

Nutrition by: Nutritional facts powered by Edamam
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Cauliflower, Food, Gluten-free, Low-carb, Recipe, Side Dish, Vegetarian

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Comments

  1. Catherine says

    May 20, 2014 at 11:53 am

    Healthy and good. Blessings, Catherine

    Reply
  2. [email protected] Well Floured Kitchen says

    May 20, 2014 at 11:55 am

    I 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!

    Reply
  3. We are not Martha says

    May 20, 2014 at 12:18 pm

    This looks awesome and sounds like a great alternative to rice. I definitely need to try it!!

    Sues

    Reply
  4. Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says

    May 20, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Love this Kevin! so simple! if you like this, you need to try Smitten Kitchen's cauliflower pesto. . it's WONDERFUL!!

    Reply
  5. The Chardonnay Kitchen says

    May 20, 2014 at 1:32 pm

    I 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.

    Reply
  6. kevin says

    May 20, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    The 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.

    Reply
  7. Nicole says

    May 20, 2014 at 4:24 pm

    I am making this for my husband and see if he notice a difference. Looks yummy!

    Reply
  8. Crystal S. | Apples & Sparkle says

    May 20, 2014 at 4:49 pm

    Thanks 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.

    Reply
  9. Cathleen says

    May 20, 2014 at 5:47 pm

    I have never even heard of cauliflower rice! This looks fantastic!

    Reply
  10. Cate @ Chez CateyLou says

    May 20, 2014 at 6:33 pm

    I have been dying to try cauliflower rice! It looks so delicious, but so healthy – win win! Can't wait to try your version

    Reply
  11. Sarah Mahon says

    May 20, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    Too easy not to try! Looks good!

    Reply
  12. md says

    May 20, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    Oh, 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…

    Reply
  13. Matt Robinson says

    May 20, 2014 at 9:45 pm

    This is our kind of rice, Kevin. Love it, and so healthy too!!!

    Reply
  14. Jo says

    May 20, 2014 at 10:47 pm

    Good one Kevin, thanks. I will certainly try it. I happen to have a cauliflower in my fridge.

    Reply
  15. Judith says

    May 21, 2014 at 12:39 am

    It's great in a stir-fry in place of rice. My family loves it! Judy

    Reply
  16. Layla @ Brunch Time Baker says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:43 am

    I'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!

    Reply
  17. Aimee says

    May 21, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    Cant wait to try it, Kevin!

    Reply
  18. Rachel Farnsworth says

    May 21, 2014 at 2:47 pm

    I'm glad someone shares my obsession. It is such a great low-cal alternative to rice!

    Reply
  19. Inner Imp says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    Thank you, Kevin… especially for the nutritional info you provide. Have you ever complied all your low carb recipes?

    Reply
  20. Gaby says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    This is one of my very favorite ways to have cauliflower!

    Reply
  21. kansasgirl1 says

    May 21, 2014 at 3:53 pm

    I actually have a "ricer" – I can hardly wait to try this out! Thank you!

    Reply
  22. Mark @ Meat Grinder says

    May 22, 2014 at 1:09 am

    Really easy to make, when I read your article I remember the song: Mouse Loves Rice 😀 LoL

    Reply
  23. Marcie FlavortheMoments says

    May 23, 2014 at 10:11 pm

    I 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!

    Reply
  24. Figment says

    May 25, 2014 at 3:20 pm

    I use this with a lot of dishes.. it's great for a keto/low carb jambalaya or even a meat fried rice..

    Reply
  25. Libby says

    May 25, 2014 at 3:36 pm

    This was fantastic.

    Reply
  26. Librarian Lavender says

    May 26, 2014 at 5:56 pm

    That looks so good and it's unbelievably healthy too! A great recipe as always and very easy!

    Reply
  27. Jenny says

    May 27, 2014 at 1:45 pm

    I have been wanting to try this for so long! You've talked me into it!!

    Reply
  28. Cynthia says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:39 pm

    Love cauliflower rice, Kevin – it's delicious. Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Yulia says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:08 pm

    I love Cauliflower Rice. Last time I made it my partner didn't even notice that it was not real rice 🙂

    Reply
  30. Jeanette says

    May 31, 2014 at 1:28 am

    I'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.

    Reply
  31. vanillasugarblog says

    June 20, 2014 at 10:53 pm

    Kevin–did you use the food processor for this or the grater?
    such a great idea.
    sharing this for next weeks friday links!

    Reply
  32. kevin says

    June 21, 2014 at 12:05 am

    vanillasugarblog: I have been using the food processor to rice cauliflower ever since I first tried it, including for the cauliflower in these photos.

    Reply
  33. Headchef says

    March 15, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    This "rice" makes excellent curries!

    Reply
  34. Electro Grinder says

    July 11, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    Damn, cauliflower is something amazing. I see it first time in my life 😀

    Reply

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