How to Make Cauliflower Rice

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a high smoke point.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds a fresh flavor, while green onions are more economical.

Pull the leaves from the cauliflower head and toss them aside

Cut the stem from the cauliflower head with a v-cut to remove it

Rough chop the cauliflower into small pieces to fit into the food processor

Rinse the broken up cauliflower in a colander

Add the cauliflower to the food processor in two batches to avoid overfilling

Pulse the cauliflower until it resembles rice grains, being careful not to blend it too much

Heat about 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan until shimmering

Add the riced cauliflower to the pan and sauté for 5-8 minutes until softened

Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding more salt than pepper if desired

Optionally, add garlic powder, onion powder, sliced scallions, sesame oil, or lemon juice for extra flavor

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