More and more starches like rice, couscous, and grits are being replaced by pulverized cauliflower. It sounds totally strange, but we're seeing it everywhere — from our Pinterest feeds to our favorite food bloggers. Check out these recipes to become a cauli-"grain" believer!
Paleo-Perfect Cauliflower "Rice"
It all begins with a basic: steamed cauliflower "rice." [1]
Crispy Peanut Tofu and Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry
Bok choy and crispy peanut tofu adorn a sesame-scented cauliflower rice stir-fry [2].
Gluten-Free No-Mac and Cheese
Cauli takes the place of noodles in this no-mac and cheese [3].
Cauliflower Sushi Rice
Yes, cauliflower can even replace white sushi rice in these salmon rolls [4].
Cauliflower Couscous
No cooking is required for this Middle Eastern-flavored cauliflower couscous [5]. The tiny cauliflower pieces really do have a similar texture and mouthfeel as wheat couscous.
Teriyaki Cauliflower Rice Bowl
Take a Japanese spin with a teriyaki cauliflower rice bowl [6] complete with teriyaki-sauce-covered sweet potatoes, edamame, charred corn, and avocado slices.
Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits
Cauliflower takes a Southern twist with shrimp and cauliflower "grits." [7]
Asian Cauliflower Fried Rice
Bacon-lovers: prepare to meet the fried rice [8] of your dreams, loaded with cremini mushrooms, egg, and more.
Cauliflower Dirty Rice With Andouille Sausage
Cauli rice goes Cajun with this Paleo cauliflower dirty rice with andouille sausage [9].
Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry
Load up on all your veggies by making a cauliflower-rice stir-fry [10].
