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Cauliflower Fried Rice is a delicious, low-carb alternative to fried rice from a restaurant. It comes together quickly and uses ingredients you probably already have on hand.
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I love getting fried rice from our local Chinese restaurant. However, it is definitely not the healthiest thing. This Cauliflower Fried Rice is easy, delicious, and much healthier than what you get at a restaurant. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and you probably already have most of the ingredients on hand. Not to mention, its WAY more delicious than any store-bought kind you might find.
Ingredients in Cauliflower Fried Rice
- Sesame oil – or vegetable oil
- Green onions
- Garlic
- Cubed ham
- Eggs
- Cauliflower rice
- Soy sauce
Make it Your Own
Fried rice is one of those recipes that I make when I have a lot of random ingredients in the house. The great thing about this recipe is that you can totally customize it, depending on what you have in your fridge and pantry. I used my favorite ingredients, but feel free to make it your own.
Some ideas for additional fried rice ingredients:
- Pineapple
- Broccoli
- Snap peas
- Chicken
- Shrimp
- Spam
- Pork
- Baby corn
- Scallions
- Sweet onion
- Peppers
- If you don’t want to go full out on the cauliflower rice, you can also do half and half with regular rice.
- If you aren’t a fan of sesame oil, you can use coconut oil, butter, or canola oil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cauliflower is low is calories and carbs, as well as a good source of fiber, and Vitamins B, C, and K1. It’s good for your stomach, and because of its high fiber content, it will keep you fuller for longer.
Your cauliflower fried rice might be soggy from the way you are cooking it. If you keep the heat at a medium to high heat, it will keep the cauliflower dry, as opposed to cooking it at a low heat will almost steam it, making it soggy.
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What to Serve with Cauliflower Fried Rice
There’s nothing better than sitting down to a big feast of your favorite Chinese-inspired recipes! If you are looking for a main dish or another side dish to serve with this recipe, try some of our favorites:
- Crock Pot Cashew Chicken
- Copycat Panda Express Orange Chicken
- Chinese BBQ Pork
- General Tso’s Chicken
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Pork and Veggie Potstickers
- Sausage Egg Rolls
More Fried Rice Recipes
How to Make Cauliflower Fried Rice
Cauliflower Fried Rice
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 4 green onions chopped and separated into whites and greens
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 cups cubed ham
- 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 3 eggs well beaten
- 6 cups cauliflower rice cooked
- soy sauce to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet.
- Once oil is hot, add white parts of the green onion and garlic. Cook until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add ham, peas, and carrots. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Make an open space in the middle of the pan. Add eggs and scramble, stirring frequently until cooked. Mix the eggs in with the other ingredients.
- Add cauliflower rice and mix until combined. Add soy sauce to taste. Stir and serve immediately. Top with green parts of the green onion and more soy sauce, if desired.
Thank you so much for the amazing recipe. I cooked it and it came out so well. My husband loved it!
Love this healthier twist to a family favorite! So easy to make too!
This is so delicious and we’re so obsessed! Seriously so simple! Thanks for sharing!