4.23 4 Published Jan 11, 2021, Updated May 21, 2024 If you’re looking for a grain-free, low-carb substitute for traditional rice, cauliflower rice is for you. It’s super easy to make and can be used in a wide variety of recipes.
What Does it Taste Like?
Cauliflower rice tastes like… cauliflower! It has a mild flavor that typically takes on the seasonings in the dish making it a super versatile veggie base.
Ingredients Needed:
cauliflower olive or avocado oil sea salt
Step by Step Process for Making Cauliflower Rice
Step 1: Wash, dry and remove the stem and any outer leaves from the cauliflower. Cut the head of the cauliflower into quarters, then trim out the inner core from each quarter. Step 2: Either break apart the cauliflower into large florets using your hands or use a knife to cut off florets. If the core is tender, you can chop it into pieces as well! Step 3: Add the cauliflower florets into a food processor fitted with the blade attachment and pulse using 1 second pulses until the cauliflower is broken down into rice-sized pieces. Make sure you only fill the processor about 3/4 full. With this in mind, you might have to pulse in batches depending on the size of your processor.
Troubleshooting & Tips
“I don’t have a food processor!” – If you don’t have a food processor you can use a high powered blender or a cheese grater to rice the cauliflower. Large pieces won’t break down in processor – If you have large pieces mixed in with the riced cauliflower, remove the large pieces and set aside. After placing the riced cauliflower in a different bowl, place the large pieces back in the processor and pulse until they break down.
How Long Does It Last
Cauliflower rice is great for meal prep because it stores so well! Store it raw in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days or in the freezer for 1-2 months.
How to Use Cauliflower Rice
There are so many way to use cauliflower rice, which I’lll share below. If you want to make it warm (to enjoy like traditional rice), simply add a little oil to a sauté pan. Sauté until it’s warm and golden brown in some spots, about 5-10 minutes.
Cauliflower Rice Recipes to Try:
Cauliflower Pizza Crust Tuna Curry Bowl with Cauliflower Rice Cauliflower Rice Mujadara Cauliflower Tabbouleh Vegetarian Cauliflower Fried “Rice” Cauliflower Grits with Blackened Shrimp
Photos by Ashley McLaughlin.
