Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice is a delightful low-carb dish that mimics traditional fried rice while keeping your ketogenic diet in check. Packed with flavor from fresh vegetables and a hint of soy sauce, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams (riced)
• Egg - 2 large
• Green onions - 2 stalks (sliced)
• Bell pepper - 1 medium (diced)
• Carrot - 1 medium (diced)
• Soy sauce (or tamari) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon (minced)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Start by ricing the cauliflower using a food processor or grater until it resembles rice grains.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the diced bell pepper and carrot to the skillet, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the empty space. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix them with the vegetables.
5. Stir in the riced cauliflower, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
6. Add the sliced green onions, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir well to combine.
7. Remove from heat and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• High in fiber from cauliflower and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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