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Cauliflower rice

How to Make Cauliflower Rice

Cauliflower rice’s popularity can mostly be linked to the rise of the paleo diet and it was introduced in 1998 by Harrison Ford's son, Ben Ford, a chef in California.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil
  • ginger (optional seasonings)
  • sea salt or ground black pepper (optional seasonings
  • garlic (optional seasonings)
Optional Add-Ins
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or sirene cheese
  • Pinch smoked paprika
  • Pinch chili flakes

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Cutting board
  • Large sauté pan
  • Large bowl

Method
 

  1. Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower and cut it into florets.
  2. Use a food processor and place the cauliflower into it and pulse until the texture resembles rice grains.
  3. It is optional if you'd like you can season with sea salt and ground black pepper, garlic.
  4. Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, then add coconut oil once hot.
  5. Add the cauliflower rice and spread it into an even layer.
  6. Sauté the cauliflower with oil and any additional seasonings if desired.
  7. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still fluffy.
  8. Stir in any optional flavor additions if desired.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Avoid overprocessing the cauliflower or it may become mushy.
  • Use a large skillet to help excess moisture evaporate.
  • Frozen cauliflower rice can be cooked directly from frozen without thawing.
  • For meal prep, slightly undercook the cauliflower rice since it will soften when reheated.