No Carb Rice Substitute

Hi,

Well it's not actually rice. As you know, we have been avoiding carbs, but sometimes we like something rice-like to go along side a nice stir fry.  This recipe is a great rice substitute, it's actually made with cauliflower. It's so good, I haven't made rice in months and haven't missed it at all.

One head cauliflower, with outer leaves removed.

If you have a food processor, cut the cauliflower up into medium to large size florets. Using the grater attachment turn the cauliflower into rice sized pieces. If you don't have a food processor, you can use a box grater, using the medium sized grating side. Grate turning the cauliflower to get as much as possible to turn the cauliflower into rice sized pieces. Doing it by hand will take longer, but I think one reason the substitution works so well is because visually the cauliflower resembles rice.

1 onion finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely minced (this is optional, use if you want a bit more flavor)
2 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

Heat the olive oil in a medium/large frying pan over medium heat. Make sure the pan is large enough to hold the cauliflower, otherwise while you're stirring you'll make a mess on your stove. When the oil is hot add the onion and saute for 1 minute or so. Add the garlic and stir around. Finally add the cauliflower. Cook the cauliflower stirring for about ten minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.

This makes a great side for a stir fry dish, when you want something blandish on the side. It also goes along well with grilled chicken and a salad.

J is particularly fond of this recipe. I hope you like it too.

Hugs,
Mameekosan