This Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice is loaded with flavor, protein, veggies and healthy fats and makes a fast weeknight meal that everyone will love. Paleo, Whole30, low carb and kid approved!
I wasn’t into cauliflower rice until I realized you could make it into takeout-inspired fried rice!
Now it’s one of my favorite quick meals to throw together.
This recipe uses ground pork and frozen veggies so the prep and cook time is cut way down!
You can switch out the veggies if you don’t love peas and carrots (see below).
To make it even quicker I always use pre-riced cauliflower – either fresh or frozen.
You can also definitely start with fresh cauliflower and “rice” it yourself in a food processor if you prefer.
What You Need to Make Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice
Simple ingredients, but healthier than traditional fried rice! I always sub in coconut aminos for soy sauce as a grain free and Whole30 option.
Here’s everything you’ll need to prepare this pork fried rice:
- avocado oil
- eggs
- scallions
- fresh ginger (about 1 inch ginger)
- garlic
- ground pork
- Sea salt and black pepper
- cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
- coconut aminos (this is a paleo and Whole30 friendly equivalent of soy sauce)
- pure sesame oil
- frozen peas and carrots
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
How to Make Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice
This fried “rice” couldn’t be easier!
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of oil. Pour in the eggs and sprinkle with a bit of salt and cook until just set, breaking them up with a spatula, then remove to a plate.
Add the second tablespoon of oil to the skillet and add the white part of the scallion, ginger, garlic, and pork. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper and cook until the pork is browned.
Add in the cauliflower rice, coconut aminos and sesame oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender. Add in the peas and carrot, stirring, and cook until heated through.
Taste and season with salt and crushed red pepper, if desired. Garnish with the green part of the scallions and serve right away.
Subbing in Different Veggies
If you’re not a peas and carrots fan, feel free to sub in any frozen veggies you like.
Sliced zucchini, broccoli florets, carrots only, or a mix with mushrooms and peppers are all great options.
I recommend using frozen veggies since it keeps the cook time way down on busy nights, plus the chopping is already done for you!
Subbing in Different Protein
If you’re not a pork fan, any ground meat will work well in this fried rice.
Ground turkey or chicken would be perfect. Make sure you use enough oil to brown it since these are leaner meats.
I hope you’re ready for this better-than-takeout healthy cauliflower pork fried rice! Grab your favorite skillet and your ingredients because it’s time to cook – let’s go!
Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice {Keto, Whole30}
Cauliflower Pork Fried Rice {Keto, Whole30}
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil divided
- 3 large eggs whisked
- 1 bunch scallions white and green parts separated - thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger about 1 inch ginger
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- Sea salt and black pepper
- 4 cups cauliflower rice fresh or frozen (about 1 lb)
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos this is a paleo and Whole30 friendly equivalent of soy sauce
- 1 tbsp pure sesame oil
- 3/4 cup frozen peas and carrots
- Sea salt to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes if desired
Instructions
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add one tablespoon of oil. Pour in the whisked eggs and sprinkle with a bit of salt and cook until just set, breaking them up with a spatula, then remove to a plate.
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Add the second tablespoon of oil to the skillet and add the white part of the scallion, ginger, garlic, and pork. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper and cook until the pork is browned.
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Add in the cauliflower rice, coconut aminos and sesame oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender. Add in the peas and carrot, stirring, and cook until heated through. Taste and season with salt and crushed red pepper, if desired. Garnish with the green part of the scallions and serve right away. Enjoy!
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I made this for lunch today and I had never tried cauliflower rice before but I wanted to try a healthier alternative to brown rice. I was blown away with how amazing this dish is!!
The flavours blended perfectly and it was so light and filling.
Highly recommend this recipe!
Thankyou, Michelle!
am I missing where you add the egg back in after removing it? assume after the cauliflower rice is done?
my question too about when to add the egg. Love your recipes they rock
Wow. I had reservations about this one. But man was I wrong. Sooo good and fresh. I think compared to what I’ve been served in restaurants this is superior. Thanks. The family will be seeing this one again.
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When do I put the egg back in
OMG so yummy! I added a sprinkle of five spice to add a bit of something and it put it over the top. This is another great keeper from this woman! Thank you!
This was delicious! I used ground turkey with peas and carrots but would taste great with any ground meat and any mixed vegetables.
This was so delicious. And I do not usually like cauliflower. I will definitely be making this a lot.
just like another reviewer I had my doubts. Veggie rice has never worked well for me, but not this. This was ABSOLUTELY delish! Kept pretty much to printed recipe except for green onion (didn’t have any).
How many ounces is a serving size?
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I used ground turkey instead of pork & it still tasted really good!