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cauliflower fried rice

Cauliflower Fried Rice (Vegan, Keto)

Even rice lovers will crave this cauliflower fried rice recipe that's perfect anyone looking for a low carb, vegan and keto-friendly option.
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Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Chinese
Servings 5 servings

Equipment

  • Food processor (see notes)

Ingredients
  

Fried Rice

  • 2 lbs head of cauliflower
  • 2 medium-sized carrots finely diced
  • ½ cup frozen peas
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 1½ tbsp vegan butter or oil divided

Tofu Scramble

  • 1 block firm tofu
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of turmeric for color

Instructions
 

  • Roughly chop a head of cauliflower into large florets, then pop them in a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower processes dodown into rice-sized pieces. Do not overblend.
  • First make tofu scramble by breaking up the tofu to resemble the texture of scrambled eggs. In a large pan on medium-high heat (with or without oil), saute the tofu crumbles for 3-4 minutes, tossing occasionally. Add ⅛ teaspoon of salt, pepper, and garlic powder each, and a pinch of turmeric for color. Toss in the spices, then leave on the heat for about 2 minutes. Transfer the tofu scramble to a separate bowl and set aside.
  • On the same pan, add ½ tablespoon of vegan butter or oil on medium heat, and throw in the diced carrots and frozen peas. Saute for about 5 minutes, until the carrots and peas start to cook.
  • Add another tablespoon of vegan butter or oil to the pan, and add the processed cauliflower. Toss to combine with the peas and carrots. Saute the cauliflower rice on medium heat for about 10 minutes, tossing occasionally. Add in the soy sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then taste the rice to make sure the cauliflower is soft and cooked. If it tastes gritty, continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
  • When the cauliflower rice is soft and fluffy, add the tofu scramble to the pan and toss once more to combine. Taste and add more salt or soy sauce if needed, then serve!

Notes

For the food processor, I have the Hamilton Beach food processor and it works great, especially for the price point. Get one here. 
Keyword cauliflower rice, fried rice, keto, low carb
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