Cauliflower Kimchi Fried Rice I Food.com

kimchi

🥗Healthier: sauerkraut

💰Cheaper: pickled cabbage

Sauerkraut provides a similar tangy flavor while being more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative that still allows for frying.

cooked rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Brown rice is a more economical whole grain option.

egg

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: flaxseed meal

Flaxseed meal can serve as a binding agent in a vegan version.

Grate cauliflower using a box grater or food processor until it resembles rice.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add grated cauliflower and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly tender.

Stir in chopped carrots and peas, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Stir in kimchi and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Push the mixture to one side of the skillet, and crack the egg into the empty space, scrambling until just set.

Combine the egg with the cauliflower mixture, stirring well to incorporate.

Add soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing until evenly distributed.

Season with black pepper to taste and stir in chopped green onions.

Cook for an additional minute, allowing flavors to meld.

Remove from heat and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and additional scallions before serving.

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