AIP Friendly Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice is one of those side dishes that genuinely earns its place on the table — light, subtly garlicky, and versatile enough to sit alongside almost anything you're serving. Coconut oil gives the grains a gentle richness while helping them toast up in the skillet until they're dry and lightly golden, which is the texture you're really after. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end lifts the whole thing and keeps it bright rather than heavy. For anyone navigating the autoimmune protocol, finding grain substitutes that actually feel satisfying can be a real challenge, but this one delivers without relying on any off-limits ingredients. The technique matters here — pulsing the florets in a food processor (or grating them by hand) and then spreading them into an even layer in a hot pan is what separates fluffy, distinct grains from a soggy mush. Optional fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a clean herbal note if you have it on hand. This recipe makes four servings and comes together in well under half an hour, making it an easy weeknight staple you'll come back to again and again.
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4 servings
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Working in two batches, pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor 8–10 times until broken down into pieces roughly the size of rice grains — uneven is fine, but avoid over-processing into a paste. Alternatively, grate the florets on the large holes of a box grater.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 30–45 seconds — watch closely, as it can brown quickly.
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