This Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe is a low-carb and flavor-packed recipe, which features riced cauliflower and spicy chili paste. It’s a healthy twist on the classic, ready in about 20 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, stem removed
- 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (divided)
- 1 Tbsp. chili paste (sambal oelek), plus more to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups packed baby spinach
- 3 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp. salted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp. sesame seeds, toasted
- Sriracha, for serving
How To Make Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe
- Rice the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into florets. Working in 2 or 3 batches, place the cauliflower in a food processor. Pulse several times until the mixture resembles snow or rice grains. Transfer the batches to a bowl as you go. Do not over-process, or it will turn into a paste.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil and toasted sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, fresh ginger, and two-thirds of the sliced scallions. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chili paste (sambal oelek) and stir to combine, cooking for another minute.
- Stir-fry the vegetables: Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir in the shredded carrots. Add the baby spinach and the riced cauliflower. Stir-fry vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes until the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
- Season the rice: Pour in the soy sauce. Cook for about 1 minute more, stirring constantly until the soy sauce is absorbed into the cauliflower and everything is coated in deliciousness. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside.
- Cook the eggs: Meanwhile, in a separate nonstick skillet, melt the salted butter over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan. Cook on one side until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny (sunny side-up), or cook them to your desired doneness.
- Assemble and serve: Place a generous bed of the cauliflower “fried rice” into each bowl. Top each portion with a fried egg. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and the reserved sliced scallions. Add a drizzle of sriracha for extra heat.
Recipe Tips
- Don’t Over-Pulse: The key to good cauliflower rice texture is pulsing, not running the machine continuously. You want distinct grains, not mush.
- High Heat: Stir-frying relies on high heat. Cooking the cauliflower quickly over medium-high heat ensures it stays slightly crisp and mimics the texture of fried rice rather than steamed vegetables.
- Sambal Oelek: This Indonesian chili paste provides heat and texture without too much vinegar flavor (unlike Sriracha). If you don’t have it, you can use crushed red pepper flakes or extra Sriracha.
- Convenience: To save time, you can buy bags of pre-riced cauliflower in the produce or frozen section of the grocery store. If using frozen, thaw and squeeze out excess water before cooking.
What To Serve With Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice
This dish is a complete meal thanks to the eggs, but it pairs well with other Asian-inspired sides.
- Potstickers: Steamed or pan-fried dumplings.
- Spring Rolls: Fresh or fried.
- Grilled Chicken: Teriyaki glazed chicken thighs.
- Edamame: Steamed with sea salt.
How To Store Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe
- Refrigerate: Store the cauliflower rice mixture in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Store the eggs separately or cook fresh eggs when reheating.
- Reheat: Reheat the cauliflower rice in a hot skillet with a little oil to re-crisp it. Microwaving can make the cauliflower soggy.
- Freeze: Freezing is not recommended for cauliflower rice dishes as the texture becomes very watery and soft upon thawing.
Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
- Sodium: 650mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 12g
Nutrition information is estimated per bowl including one egg.
FAQs
Is this keto-friendly?
Yes, this recipe is low-carb and suitable for keto diets. Just ensure your soy sauce doesn’t contain added sugar (or switch to coconut aminos/Tamari) and go easy on the carrots if you are strictly counting carbs.
Can I scramble the eggs into the rice?
Absolutely. If you prefer the egg mixed in (traditional style), push the rice to the side of the pan in step 4, crack the eggs into the empty space, scramble them until set, and then toss with the rice.
Can I use broccoli instead?
Yes, you can “rice” broccoli florets in the food processor exactly the same way for a “Broccoli Fried Rice.”
Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe
Description
A vibrant, low-carb stir-fry using riced cauliflower, fresh ginger, and spicy chili paste, topped with a buttery fried egg for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pulse cauliflower in food processor until it looks like snow.
- Heat oils in skillet; sauté garlic, ginger, and 2/3 scallions.
- Add chili paste, carrots, spinach, and cauliflower rice. Stir-fry 3 mins.
- Stir in soy sauce until absorbed. Remove from heat.
- Fry eggs in butter in a separate pan.
- Top rice bowls with egg, sesame seeds, scallions, and sriracha.
Notes
- Batching: Pulse cauliflower in batches to avoid turning the bottom layer into puree while the top layer is still chunky.
- Spinach: The spinach will wilt down significantly; don’t worry if it looks like too much at first.
Pioneer Woman Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe
