Cauliflower is such a great substitute for potatoes. But I especially like it as a substitute for rice. And the best part? It's so fast and easy to make into "cauli-rice", as I like to call it.
Here's how you do it:
Roughly chop and core 1 medium-sized head of cauliflower.
Pour half of the cauliflower florets into a food processor with the blade attached.
Pulse until the cauliflower is roughly the size of rice.
Pour into a microwave-safe bowl, fitted with a lid.
Pour into a microwave-safe bowl, fitted with a lid.
Repeat with the other half of the florets.
When all the cauliflower is chopped and in the bowl, cover and cook in the microwave for 3 minutes. DO NOT ADD WATER. It will make the cauliflower gummy. The natural moisture in the cauliflower will suffice for steaming.
After 3 minutes, stir the cauliflower and then return the bowl to the microwave, covered, cooking for 1 minute intervals until the cauliflower is soft, steamy and perfect. (5 minutes total was the perfect amount of time for my microwave, but time may vary.)
Serve plain, with a little butter and salt and pepper on top, or however you like.
For 1 cup of Cauli-Rice: 32 calories, 0.3g fat, 5g carbs, 2.5g protein
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