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Cauliflower Fried Rice

Cauliflower Fried Rice

Low-carb alternative to traditional fried rice with vegetables and eggs

🥗 Low Carb
❤️ Low Sat. Fat
✓ Diabetes Friendly

30m

Total

180

Calories

12g

Protein

4

Servings

Nutrition Information

14g

Carbs

5g

Fiber

9g

Net Carbs

9g

Fat

Blood Sugar Impact

Glycemic Index (GI)

Low

25

Absorption speed

Glycemic Load (GL)

Low

2

Total impact per serving

💡 GI measures absorption SPEED, GL measures TOTAL IMPACT on your blood sugar.

Ingredients

  • 1 large head Cauliflower (riced (about 4 cups))
  • 3 Eggs (beaten)
  • 2 cups Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 4 Green onions (sliced)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 3 tbsp Low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp Sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp Ground ginger

Instructions

  1. 1

    If using whole cauliflower, cut into florets and pulse in food processor until rice-sized pieces form

  2. 2

    Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat

  3. 3

    Add beaten eggs and scramble until just cooked, then transfer to a plate

  4. 4

    Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same pan

  5. 5

    Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant

  6. 6

    Add frozen mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through

  7. 7

    Add riced cauliflower and ground ginger, stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cauliflower is tender

  8. 8

    Make a well in the center and add soy sauce and sesame oil

  9. 9

    Stir everything together to combine

  10. 10

    Add cooked eggs back to the pan and break into small pieces

  11. 11

    Add sliced green onions and toss everything together

  12. 12

    Cook for 1-2 more minutes until heated through

  13. 13

    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, serve hot

💡 Tips

  • •Pre-riced cauliflower is available in most grocery stores to save time
  • •Don't overcrowd the pan - cook in batches if needed
  • •Add cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra protein
  • •Can meal prep for 4-5 days in the refrigerator