Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Cauliflower Fried Rice

This dish continues to be one of our faves! Who knew cauliflower could really taste like rice! No, really! It does!

If you haven't tried this recipe yet, it's a must! You can throw in whatever veggies you have, give or take what’s in the recipe below and it ALWAYS turns out amazing. I don’t have exact measurements, just an order of operation (I've always wanted to be a math teacher, ha!)




 
INGREDIENTS: (You can get creative and add so much more)
  •  Olive oil
  • 1 head of cauliflower (chopped into pieces that can fit in food processor—finely chop or "rice" in food processor)
  • Chopped broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, zucchini, green onion, maybe even asparagus
  • 2-3 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 3 eggs
  • Trader Joes Everyday Seasoning or similar seasonings (it's basically a mixture of sea salt, peppercorns, garlic & other yummy spices)
  • Sesame seeds
 
DIRECTIONS:
 
1.) Pre-heat WOK on medium heat (I’m sure you could use a regular pan, I’ve never tried—we just love our WOK)
 
2.) Add enough olive oil to cover bottom of WOK
 
3.) Add the finely chopped Cauliflower—attempt to brown it as you would rice, it will brown a little but mostly end up getting steamed (this process usually takes about 15-20 min)  ** SEE PHOTO BELOW**
 
4.) Add pressed garlic and chopped vegetables (any that you choose to use, except if you plan to use green onion, do not put in yet)
 
5.) Add the Everyday Seasoning and a few sprinkles of sesame seeds
 
6.) Continue to sauté for approx. 7 minutes
 
7.) Beat the 3 eggs together, then pour mixture into WOK—allow the egg mixture to cook and bubble, then fold into the cauliflower & veggie mixture
 
8.) Turn heat to low, add green onion (optional) and more sesame seeds—cook for another 2-3 minutes.

ENJOY!
 
 
OTHER VARIATIONS: I made the cauliflower rice with cilantro and lime, topped with green onion... perfect pairing for Chicken Zucchini Enchiladas, which happen to be on the menu tonight... so look for that recipe coming up soon!
 

** As you can see in the photo below, the cauliflower will brown a little, similar to rice **


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