Keto Cauliflower Fried Rice

Ingredient Spotlight

Riced cauliflower (fresh or thawed from frozen)

Finely chopped or grated cauliflower that resembles rice grains, popular as a low-carb, lower-calorie rice substitute in recent health-conscious cooking. It has a mild, slightly vegetal flavor and a softer, more delicate texture than grain rice when cooked. You can find it fresh in the produce section or pre-riced in the refrigerated or frozen vegetable aisle; to substitute, grate a head of cauliflower with a box grater or food processor, or use regular rice, quinoa, or couscous if the low‑carb aspect isn’t needed.

Ingredient Spotlight

Tamari or low-sodium soy sauce

Tamari is a Japanese-style soy sauce that's typically darker, richer, and less salty than standard soy sauce and is often made with little or no wheat (many brands are gluten-free). It brings deep umami and a smoother, less sharp soy flavor than regular soy sauce. Look for it in the Asian or international aisle or at an Asian grocery; good substitutes are regular low-sodium soy sauce, or coconut aminos for a gluten-free, slightly sweeter alternative.

Ingredient Spotlight

Toasted sesame oil

An oil pressed from toasted sesame seeds, used mainly as a finishing or flavoring oil in East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines rather than as a high-heat cooking oil. It has an intense, nutty aroma and flavor, so a little goes a long way. You’ll find it in most supermarkets’ oil or Asian sections; if you need a substitute, use untoasted sesame oil for a milder sesame note or a small amount of toasted peanut oil or tahini diluted with neutral oil for a similar toasty character.