Tasty Cauliflower Fried Rice Made Easy

A large pan filled with cauliflower fried rice mixed with peas, carrots, and scrambled eggs, with a wooden spoon resting inside.

Tasty Cauliflower Fried Rice Made Easy

This cauliflower fried rice is a lighter take on a classic, with all the familiar flavors you expect. Onion, carrot, and a hint of sesame oil bring warmth and depth without the heaviness of regular rice. It’s quick to make and works well as a side or simple meal.

Course Main Course, Main Dishes, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Asian, International

Keyword cauliflower fried rice, cauliflower rice, fried rice recipe, frozen cauliflower, low carb, make cauliflower, onion, recipe, regular fried rice, rice, rice recipes, riced cauliflower, soy sauce

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Servings Portions

Calories 130kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Wooden Spatula
1 Non-Stick Pan

Ingredients

½ Cup Carrots diced
½ Cup Peas
2 Tablespoons Sesame Oil
2 Pieces Eggs beaten
3 Tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari
2 Pieces Green Onions chopped
1 Piece Medium Head of Cauliflower riced (around 4 cups)
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
2 Cloves Garlic minced

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Gather riced cauliflower, peas, carrots, eggs, garlic, green onions, sesame oil, and soy sauce or tamari. Beat the eggs, mince the garlic, and prep all vegetables so everything is ready to cook.
Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the carrots and peas until tender and lightly browned, then add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the pan and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble gently until cooked through, then mix them together with the vegetables.
Stir in the riced cauliflower and remaining sesame oil, cooking until heated through. Finish with soy sauce, salt, pepper, and green onions before serving.

Notes

Toast the cauliflower rice in a hot skillet to drive out moisture and boost flavor. This helps it taste closer to regular fried rice and keeps it from turning mushy.
Add soy sauce toward the end so the riced cauliflower stays firm. This also keeps the seasoning balanced instead of soaking in too early.
Mix in green onions, sesame seeds, or a splash of sesame oil right before serving. These toppings give the dish a fresh and nutty finish without extra work.
If you use frozen cauliflower, thaw it slightly and press out excess water. This small step keeps the fried rice recipe light, fluffy, and full of texture.

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