When
I first heard about using cauliflower as a rice substitute I was skeptical. So
a few months ago I decided to try it and was surprised at how good it was. Now
I'm a cauliflower convert.
You
might ask, "Why would anyone want to substitute something else for rice,
anyway?" Some people, for medical reasons, cannot eat grains. Others are
avoiding grains because they're on a diet. Rice has a lot of calories and is
high in carbohydrates. Or maybe you're just looking for a way to get your
family to eat more vegetables. Cauliflower rice is a great way to do that.
Also, cauliflower is just plain fantastic for your health.
You
can use cauliflower rice in any recipe that calls for rice. I've made Asian
stir fries, Mexican rice, bean and rice burritos, chicken burritos, and risotto
dishes. I'd like to try it in sushi rolls next.
So
how is the basic rice done? Just take a head of raw cauliflower (preferably
organic) and, using a food processor or a cheese grater, grate it into
rice-sized bits.
Using
a clean towel, press out as much of the moisture as you can from the grated
cauliflower before using it in your recipe.
The
rest is up to you. Season the rice however you want for the recipe you're
preparing. I think you'll be as surprised as I was to find how good it can be
and doubly surprised when vegetable-fearing members of your family start
begging for more!
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