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Gluten-Free Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry - Fast, Fresh, and Flavorful

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 medium head cauliflower (or 4 cups pre-riced cauliflower)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or another high-heat neutral oil)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas, trimmed
  • 1 medium carrot, diced small
  • 3 scallions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 2 eggs (optional, for extra protein)
  • 1 cup cooked protein (optional: shrimp, chicken, tofu, or edamame)
  • 2–3 tablespoons gluten-free tamari (or coconut aminos for soy-free)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, to balance saltiness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds and lime wedges (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  • Rice the cauliflower: Remove leaves and core, cut into florets, and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized. Work in batches to avoid mush. If you’re using store-bought cauliflower rice, skip this step.
  • Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and maple syrup or honey. Taste and adjust saltiness or sweetness. Set aside.
  • Prep your add-ins: Chop vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate. If using a protein, have it cooked and ready to toss in.
  • Cook the aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Stir for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir-fry the veggies: Add bell pepper and carrot. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring often. Add snap peas and cook 1–2 more minutes until crisp-tender.
  • Add the cauliflower rice: Push the veggies to the sides, add the remaining oil in the center, then add the cauliflower rice. Spread it out and let it sit for 1 minute to steam off moisture, then stir and cook 3–5 minutes until tender but not soggy.
  • Scramble the eggs (optional): Push everything to the sides again. Crack the eggs into the center, scramble until just set, then fold into the stir fry.
  • Add protein and sauce: Stir in your cooked protein. Pour in the sauce and sprinkle in red pepper flakes if using. Toss everything for 1–2 minutes until evenly coated and heated through.
  • Finish and taste: Add the green parts of the scallions. Taste and adjust with a splash more tamari, a squeeze of lime, or a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Serve: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot. This is great on its own or topped with extra chili crisp or sriracha.