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Cauliflower Rice is a healthy alternative to rice that comes together in minutes. Use it to sneak more servings of vegetables into all your favorite rice dishes!
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I’ve tried store-bought cauliflower rice several times, and I haven’t been impressed. I wasn’t convinced by the texture or the taste. However, I am always looking for ways to sneak more veggies into my diet, so I thought I’d give it a try at home. I was so happy with the results. The texture actually resembled rice and it also tasted delicious! I am looking forward to incorporating this rice into some of my favorite meals, especially stir fries and rice bowls. It is such a good gluten-free grain alternative If you aren’t totally sold on it yet, you can also try just substituting half the rice in your recipes.
Ingredients in Cauliflower Rice
- Cauliflower
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
- Other Optional Flavorings – cilantro, lime, turmeric, garlic, lemon, parsley
The Best “Ricing” Method
I tried two different methods – the cheese grater method and the food processor method. While the box grater produced a better shape, it was a MESS. It looked like it snowed inside my kitchen. The food processor was a much easier and quicker method with less clean up. When you use the food processor, cut the cauliflower into large chunks or use precut cauliflower florets. Make sure you only use quick pulses. If you over-process the cauliflower then it will turn out mushy. You may have to pull out and re-process larger pieces a few times to get the right shape and texture.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store leftover rice in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days. You can also freeze raw cauliflower rice for up to a month. Store in the freezer in an airtight container. Cook frozen cauliflower rice the same way as if it were thawed. The cooking time will just be a little longer.
Questions About Cauliflower Rice
No, instead of boiling it in water, you sauté it in a pan with oil.
You can substitute cauliflower for cooked rice 1:1.
Cauliflower rice has fewer carbs and more fiber than regular rice. It is great for low-carb diets.
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Recipes That Work Great with Cauli-Rice
Honestly, you can use it for any recipe that uses rice. If the recipe calls for uncooked rice, then just skip that step and add the cauliflower rice at the end. If it cooks too long, then it will get mushy.
- Hawaiian Haystacks
- Restaurant Ham Fried Rice
- Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice Soup
- Creamy Black Bean Soup
How to Make Cauliflower Rice
How to Make Cauliflower Rice
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 2 tablespoons olive oil alternatives: butter, coconut oil, sesame oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower. Wash thoroughly and pat dry.
- Chop the cauliflower into 5 or 6 pieces.
- Grate with a box grater or (preferred) shred the cauliflower in a food processor. You may have to do a few batches. Make sure larger pieces are picked out and re-processed.
- Place grated cauliflower on paper towels or a thin dish towel. Wrap the cauliflower up and squeeze out the excess moisture. You may have to repeat this step several times to get most of the moisture out.
- Heat oil in a pan or large skillet over medium heat.
- Saute cauliflower rice until tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover rice in the fridge in an airtight container for up to five days.
- You can also freeze raw cauliflower rice for up to a month. Store in the freezer in an airtight container.
- Cook frozen cauliflower rice the same way as if it were thawed. The cooking time will just be a little longer.
This recipe is an excellent alternative to rice; it is true. The very truth is that it brings more veggies to the table! Making it tonight 🙂
My husband loves cauliflower and he is going to love this recipe! So simple and healthy!
I used the grater attachment on my food processor and the texture was perfect! I have tried it with a box and you’re right, it made a HUGE mess, so I have never done it again! Your idea is the perfect way to rice cauliflower! Thanks!
This is a great idea to make at home. The bagged cauliflower rice is always so expensive, so it’s a great idea to make it like this! Thank you for sharing 🙂
I love that this is such an easy way to add veggies into my kids’ diet and they eat it up willingly. This is a total mom win!! Thank you!