This Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice is a delicious alternative to the popular take-out dish. Whole30, gluten free, dairy free, and so amazing!
This bowl of veggies has so much flavor and you will love it! It does require a little prep work- grating the cauliflower, cutting the carrots, dicing the onion, but that can all be done ahead of time. I usually grate the cauliflower then keep it in the fridge until the day I want to make it. I know a lot of people use their food processor for the cauliflower rice- that works also and is super fast. Even after it's made it makes great leftovers. It makes a good amount so eating it for a few days is possible.
This stays hot forever! I don't know why, but it holds heat so well for so long. It's pretty nice because then you can get your main dish ready and this will still be warm.
Normal fried rice is filled with soy, unnecessary sodium, and even sugar sometimes. Not this version- made entirely of veggies and healthy seasonings. Coconut Aminos replaces the soy sauce and it's the best!
The texture is so similar to regular rice that it will satisfy that craving. If you like normal fried rice then you will love this version. A little more so than a restaurant version, adjust to your liking. You may want to start out with less and add more if you like.
You will love this healthy take on the classic side dish! A sneaky way to eat a bowl of veggies. It would go great with my Paleo Orange Chicken, Paleo Chicken and Broccoli, or Honey Sesame Chicken.
*UPDATE EDIT* Many people are making this with soy sauce, tamari, or liquid amnios and then stating that it's way too salty. This recipe is created using Coconut Aminos and if you don't follow the recipe then the result will be different. I suggest using coconut amnios or reducing the salt.
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Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice
Ingredients
- 1 large onion diced
- 1 ½ cup carrots diced
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1- 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger we prefer more, but adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large cauliflower, grated
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- 2 large eggs, scrambled
- ½ cup diced green onions
Instructions
- In a large pan, cook the onion and carrots in the coconut oil until soft. About 7-9 minutes.
- Season with salt, ginger, and garlic as it's cooking.
- Once the carrots are tender, add the cauliflower and coconut aminos.
- Stir to evenly coat the cauliflower and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Push the mixture to one side of the pan and add the scrambled eggs. Stir until cooked, then mix in.
- Add the green onion, take off the heat, and serve.
Nutrition Information
Ann Marie says
I made this last night to eat on throughout the week. I added rotisserie chicken and it's amazing 🙂 I can't wait to have it for dinner tonight!!!
Jessica DeMay says
Awesome! I'm so glad you like it, Ann Marie!The addition of chicken sounds great 🙂 Thanks for trying it!
Talisha Scott says
This...is...AH-MAY-ZING!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thank you, Talisha! I'm so glad you enjoyed it- thank you for the kind feedback 🙂
Melanie says
Do you think this would be equivalent to one packet of the Trader Joes fresh cauliflower rice or would I need to use two? Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Melanie- I feel like probably two. I'm not for sure, but those bags are kind of small. Let me know if you make it and how it turns out.
Leanna M. says
Hii! I made it with the cauliflower rice frozen bag from Trader Joe's & I would use 2 bags for your recipe. I modified and used a little less veggies and 2-3 tbsp of coconut aminos (but did still use 2 eggs). I find it is a little sweet, is this the coconut oil or the coconut aminos? Do you think using a different type of oil would help balance it out?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Leanna- that would be the coconut aminos. They have kind of a sweetness to them. You can use less if you want. Thanks for trying it, I hope you try it again.
Catherine says
What is the purpose of coconut aminos ? I'm new ,why not use extra virgin olive oil?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Catherine- coconut aminos add moisture and also a savory flavor. Theyre like a soy sauce replacement that is soy and gluten free. Extra virgin olive oil has a low smoke point which means it burns easily. Coconut oil has a much higher smoke point so you don't have to worry about burning. Hope that helps 🙂
Isabelle says
I am exploring paleo recipes but not eating 100% paleo, so if I want to replace the coconut aminos by soy sauce is it 1:1?
Thanks
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Isabelle- yes, soy sauce will work as well. I hope you love it 🙂
daniB says
I have been wanting to try this since my newly Scd/Paleo adopted lifestyle. I used the cauliflower and water in the blender method which works fantastic. While patiently awaiting my coconut aminos I got a craving for Mexican. I used carrots and green onion and avocado oil. Threw in the cauliflower. Then some salsa. I topped it with fresh cilantro. It exceeded my expectations and cannot wait to try the fried rice version. Thank you so very much for the amazing recipes. I truly feel like I don't have to give up anything in order to heal my body.
Jessica DeMay says
I love the Mexican take you did with it, Dani! Sounds delicious! You're welcome- thanks for trying my recipe.
Heather says
Hi! Any way you can tell me a carb count on this please? Thank you!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Heather- I never calculate nutrition facts because we don't count calories or carbs. We find eating real food is more important than the calories in it. There are many sites online where you can calculate it- My Fitness Pal is a popular one.
Karen avalos says
This was amazing! I dis exactly like recipe says and I was so good. Beget than regular fried rice without the guilt. I am in love with cauliflower.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Karen! I'm so glad you like it! 🙂
Stephanie Morey says
I liked this, and may try it with chicken next time.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Stephanie! I'm so glad you like it. Chicken would be delicious in it! I think I'll have to try that next time!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Count me in on this one Jessica! I am a big cauliflower and fried rice fan, so this is perfect!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mary Ann! I think you would love it then!
Summer says
Nom nom! This looks so scrumptious ♥
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Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Summer!
Amy@wholesomelicious says
I've been wanting to try a version of cauliflower fried rice! Looks perfect! And, I always keep a stash of Trader Joe's cauliflower rice in my freezer (I know it's cheating), but I'll definitely be trying this one with that little hack 😉
Jessica DeMay says
Hey- that is totally not cheating!! I would be doing that too if I could ever find it. It's always sold out around me. That would make this dish so much faster. Enjoy, Amy!
Marrika Zapiler says
Costco has it now, too!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Marrika! That's awesome!
Kevin says
Asda sell colliflower rice always get mine from there £1 apacket
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for that tip, Kevin!
betty acerra says
what are coconut amino
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Betty- they are a healthy soy sauce replacement. You can find them at health food stores or online here:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019QR8MQQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=jaysbakingm07-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B019QR8MQQ&linkId=86f3b988c1cb7c740acd0caf4c9489cc