Description
Keto cheesy cauliflower rice brings Mediterranean flavors to low-carb dining without sacrificing taste. Parmesan, garlic, and herbs combine for a creamy side dish that satisfies keto dieters seeking delicious alternatives to traditional rice.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 450g / 1 lb Frozen cauliflower rice (or fresh)
- 240ml / 1 cup Cheese sauce recipe (½ entire recipe)
- 30g / ¼ cup Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon Sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Cooking Components:
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream / Double cream
Instructions
- Warm the avocado oil (30 milliliters) in a large skillet over medium heat, ensuring even distribution across the cooking surface.
- Gently introduce the cauliflower rice into the heated pan, seasoning generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Stir-fry the cauliflower rice continuously for 4-5 minutes, maintaining a gentle movement to prevent sticking and promote even cooking until the texture becomes tender yet maintains a slight crispness.
- Prepare the keto cheese sauce according to the specified recipe, then incrementally blend in additional heavy cream (30 milliliters) to create a smoother, more pourable consistency while preserving the sauce’s rich thickness.
- Transfer the warm cheese sauce over the cauliflower rice, using a spatula to thoroughly coat each grain and ensure uniform distribution of the creamy mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, adding extra salt if needed to balance the flavors and enhance the overall taste profile.
- Optional: Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese on top for added richness and visual appeal, allowing the residual heat to slightly melt the cheese before serving immediately.
Notes
- Ditch the fresh cauliflower and grab frozen rice for a speedy, hassle-free shortcut that guarantees perfect texture every single time.
- Keep your cooking time tight and precise, stirring the cauliflower rice for exactly 4-5 minutes to maintain its fluffy, light consistency without turning into a soggy mess.
- Play with your cheese sauce like a culinary artist, gradually introducing heavy cream until you nail that magical balance between silky smoothness and rich coating potential.
- Transform bland cauliflower into a flavor explosion by tasting and tweaking seasonings – a pinch of salt, dash of pepper, or sprinkle of garlic powder can elevate the entire dish.
- Master the cheese melt technique by covering your skillet for a quick minute, ensuring gooey, perfectly distributed cheddar that blankets every delicious grain of cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3.4g
- Sodium: 1182mg
- Fat: 21.8g
- Saturated Fat: 22.6g
- Carbohydrates: 6.9g
- Fiber: 3.3g
- Protein: 11.1g
- Cholesterol: 91mg