Citric Acid Free Cauliflower Rice
Cauliflower rice is one of those surprisingly satisfying swaps that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation once you try it. Pulsed in a food processor and toasted in coconut oil with golden garlic, it develops a nutty, savory depth that plain steamed cauliflower never could. The key move here is letting it cook undisturbed long enough to drive off moisture and pick up a little color — that's what gives each grain a light, fluffy texture instead of a soggy, steamed-vegetable vibe. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, this recipe is refreshingly clean: the brightness at the finish comes from a squeeze of fresh lemon juice rather than any processed additive or packaged seasoning blend. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a mild herby note that rounds everything out beautifully. Serve it alongside a protein, use it as a base for a grain bowl, or pile it under a saucy stir-fry — it holds up well and soaks in flavors like a champ.
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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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