Cauliflower Fried Rice
Low-carb alternative to traditional fried rice with vegetables and eggs
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)
25
Absorption speed
Glycemic Load (GL)
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
If using whole cauliflower, cut into florets and pulse in food processor until rice-sized pieces form
- 2
Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat
- 3
Add beaten eggs and scramble until just cooked, then transfer to a plate
- 4
Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same pan
- 5
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant
- 6
Add frozen mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until heated through
- 7
Add riced cauliflower and ground ginger, stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cauliflower is tender
- 8
Make a well in the center and add soy sauce and sesame oil
- 9
Stir everything together to combine
- 10
Add cooked eggs back to the pan and break into small pieces
- 11
Add sliced green onions and toss everything together
- 12
Cook for 1-2 more minutes until heated through
- 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
