
Cauliflower Rice (Biryani-Style) Recipe
Cauliflower rice biryani-style creates Indian-style preparation with optional additions like sliced red onion, boiled egg, avocado, and other biryani elements for low-carb alternative. This innovative approach demonstrates how traditional biryani concepts can be adapted for low-carb diets while maintaining authentic flavors and visual appeal. The biryani-style preparation ensures complex spicing and proper technique that honors traditional cooking methods despite ingredient substitutions. This Indian-style approach guarantees authentic flavor combinations while the optional additions allow customization based on dietary preferences and ingredient availability. The low-carb nature makes this dish suitable for those monitoring carbohydrate intake while still enjoying elaborate, flavorful Indian cuisine experiences.

Cauliflower rice biryani-style creates Indian-flavored preparation with optional additions like sliced red onion, boiled egg, avocado, and other traditional biryani elements. This low-carb alternative demonstrates how classic biryani concepts can be adapted for health-conscious eating while maintaining authentic spice combinations and visual appeal. The biryani-style preparation ensures complex flavoring through traditional techniques despite ingredient substitutions. This healthy alternative allows those monitoring carbohydrate intake to enjoy elaborate Indian flavors without compromising dietary goals. The optional additions provide flexibility for customizing based on preferences and ingredient availability while honoring traditional biryani presentation and taste elements.

Indian-style cauliflower rice. Optional additions – sliced red onion, boiled egg, avocado, other biryani things.
Ingredients
1 head cauliflower, broken into florets
3 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced, or to taste
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon minced fresh ginger, or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 lime, cut into wedges
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste
Directions
Process cauliflower florets in a blender or food processor until broken into small pieces about the size of rice.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; add cauliflower rice, garlic, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is softened, about 10 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat and add lime wedges and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
123 | Calories |
9g | Fat |
10g | Carbs |
3g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 123 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 9g | 12% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 28% |
Cholesterol 23mg | 8% |
Sodium 146mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate 10g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 16% |
Total Sugars 4g | |
Protein 3g | 7% |
Vitamin C 73mg | 81% |
Calcium 50mg | 4% |
Iron 1mg | 6% |
Potassium 489mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.