Description
A healthy and flavorful Cauliflower Fried Rice recipe that combines fresh vegetables, diced ham, and eggs sautéed with a savory mix of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. This low-carb alternative to traditional fried rice is easy to prepare on the stovetop and perfect as a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 400g (4 cups) cauliflower rice, raw
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 cups frozen diced peas, carrots, corn (or other diced fresh vegetables of choice)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
Meat
- 75g (2.5 oz) ham or bacon, diced
Eggs
- 2 eggs, lightly whisked
Oils and Sauces
- 1.5 tbsp oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut), separated
- 1 tbsp Mirin (or Chinese cooking wine, substitute dry sherry or cooking sake)
- 1 tbsp Oyster Sauce (substitute Hoisin)
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce (light or all-purpose)
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Heat oil: Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over high heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics and meat.
- Sauté garlic and onion: Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Cook ham: Add the diced ham or bacon and cook for 1 minute to release its flavor and render some fat.
- Add vegetables: Incorporate the frozen diced peas, carrots, and corn (or other vegetables). Cook for 2 minutes until the carrots are nearly tender.
- Cook cauliflower and sauce: Add the raw cauliflower rice along with Mirin, Oyster Sauce, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Cook while stirring regularly for 4 minutes until the sauce is reduced and cauliflower is tender yet still firm and crisp, not mushy.
- Make scrambled eggs: Push the cauliflower mixture to one side of the skillet, add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil, and heat briefly. Pour in the lightly whisked eggs, let set for about 10 seconds, then gently scramble them.
- Combine eggs and cauliflower rice: Once the eggs are almost cooked, mix them thoroughly through the cauliflower rice mixture.
- Add green onions and serve: Toss in the finely sliced green onions, mix well, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Note 1: For best results, use freshly made cauliflower rice or pre-packaged raw cauliflower rice, avoiding pre-cooked varieties to maintain texture.
- Note 2: Mirin adds a subtle sweetness; if unavailable, dry sherry or cooking sake work well as substitutes.
- Note 3: Adjust soy sauce amount based on your preferred saltiness and the type (light soy sauce is less salty than all-purpose).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Cauliflower fried rice, low-carb fried rice, healthy fried rice, vegetable stir-fry, low-carb dinner, easy stovetop recipe
