For Paleo dieters, grains are off limits, because they’re thought to have what’s known as “antinutrient properties,” which means they bind to the vitamins and minerals in the foods you eat, preventing your body from properly absorbing them. So what does that mean for your stir-fry obsession or love for rice and beans? It means you make this recipe, which substitutes cauliflower for rice and proves that your tasty favorites need not be on the no-no list any more.
Paleo Cauliflower Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients
1 head cauliflower
2 eggs
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
1/2 cup peas
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 cup scallion, chopped
1 Tbsp. olive oil
sea salt to taste
Directions
- To make rice, remove cauliflower stem and cut evenly into fourths. Use grater with medium holes to shred cauliflower into rice-sized pieces. To remove excess moisture, press between clean paper towels.
- In a frying pan, sauté olive oil, onion, peas and carrots over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until onion is translucent.
- Add eggs, scrambling until fully cooked.
- Add cauliflower rice to pan and cook 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently. Serve immediately.