Easy Bacon Cauliflower Fried Rice
The Easy Bacon Cauliflower Fried Rice offers a delightful twist on traditional fried rice by substituting cauliflower for rice, making it a perfect dish for keto and low-carb diets. Packed with the savory goodness of crispy bacon, enriched with green onions and garlic, and spiced up with chili paste and soy sauce, this dish is both nutritious and bursting with flavor. It's a quick and satisfying meal that's also Whole30 compliant and gluten-free, ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of frozen cauliflower rice
- 8 slices of cooked bacon
- 4 soft boiled eggs
- 2 thinly sliced green onions
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos for a soy-free option
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- Sesame seeds salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by defrosting your cauliflower rice on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes.
- Cook the bacon until nearly crispy, chop it up, and set it aside on paper towels.
- Heat a wok or grill griddle over medium-high heat, then add sesame oil followed by the cauliflower rice and green onions. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the bacon back into the pan, continue cooking for another minute, then stir in the chili paste, soy sauce, and garlic. Cook until everything is well combined and the cauliflower is heated through.
- Finally, season with salt, pepper, and sesame seeds. Serve with a soft-boiled egg on top and additional bacon or green onions if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 229kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 16gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 209mgSodium: 490mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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