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Cauliflower Rice Three Ways

Skip the starchy sides and make keto-friendly (and vitamin-C-rich) cauliflower rice instead: it’s the perfect partner for slow-cooked meat and flavorful sauces. Just add your favorite spices and you’re good to go!
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Basic Cauliflower Rice:

  • 1 medium cauliflower 720 g/1.6 lb
  • 2 tbsp ghee/cooking oil
  • salt + pepper

Masala Cauli-Rice

  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/8 tsp chili powder

Lemon & Herb Cauli-Rice

  • 2 tbsp 8 g/0.3 oz fresh herbs such as basil, oregano, thyme, and parsley
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Spanish Cauli-Rice

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

Instructions

  • Run the cauliflower florets through a hand grater or food processor with a grating blade. Pulse until the florets resemble grains of rice.
  • Grease a large saucepan with ghee and add all the aromatics for the preferred cauli-rice recipe: Masala, Lemon & Herb, or Spanish.
  • Mix and cook over medium-low heat for up to 1 minute. Add the cauliflower rice and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper, and serve with slow-cooked meat and sauce.
  • To store, let it cool and place in an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.