Broccoli rice is a fantastic way to use the whole broccoli – including the stalk! Simply pulse broccoli until it resembles “rice” and use it as a side dish. You can enjoy the vegetable rice raw, steamed or sauteed.
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- Broccoli Rice Ingredients
- How to make Broccoli Rice
- Serving Suggestion
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About
“Broccoli rice” refers to a dish made from finely chopped or grated broccoli that resembles the texture and appearance of rice.
It’s a popular alternative to traditional rice and is often used in various recipes as a rice substitute.
To make broccoli rice, you can follow these steps:
- Wash and dry the broccoli thoroughly.
- Cut off the florets from the broccoli stalks.
- Use a food processor or a grater to finely chop or grate the broccoli florets until they resemble rice grains.
Once you have broccoli rice, you can cook it in various ways, such as stir-frying, sautéing, or steaming. It can be used as a base for stir-fries, added to soups, used in casseroles, or served as a side dish with your favourite protein.
Broccoli Rice Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized head of broccoli
- Olive oil or butter (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- Onion and or garlic granules (optional)
Feel free to experiment with different seasonings, herbs, and spices to suit your taste preferences.
How to make Broccoli Rice
Instructions:
Rinse the broccoli thoroughly under cold running water. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Cut off the florets from the broccoli stalks. You can use a knife to separate the individual florets from the central stem.
There are two common methods for making broccoli rice: either use a food processor or a hand grater.
Food processor :
Use a food processor with a grating attachment or the regular chopping blade.
Place the broccoli florets in the processor and pulse until the broccoli is finely chopped and resembles rice grains.
Be careful not to over-process, as you don’t want it to turn into a puree
Hand Grater:
If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a hand grater to manually grate the broccoli florets until they achieve a rice-like consistency.
You can now serve the broccoli rice as is, or sauté and optionally add flavourings.
Sauté (Optional): In a skillet or non-stick pan, heat some olive oil or butter over medium heat. You can add minced garlic for extra flavor.
Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli rice and stir-fry it for 3-4 minutes until it’s tender but still slightly crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add onion and garlic granules if using.
Steam (Optional): If you prefer a softer texture, you can steam the broccoli rice instead of sautéing it. Place the grated broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for about 5-7 minutes until it’s cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
Once the broccoli rice is cooked, it’s ready to be served as a side dish or used in various recipes.
Serving Suggestion
You can use broccoli rice as an alternative to traditional rice in a variety of dishes.
I love it as a side for Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato .
Storage
You can store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
I do not recommend freezing as the broccoli will loose its texture and may release moisture upon thawing.
Other Vegetarian Recipes
Caramelized Onion Hummus
Instant Pot Mashed Cauliflower
Air fryer Cauliflower
Chickpea salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
Air fryer Fajitas (veggie)
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Broccoli Rice
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 Broccoli around 500 grams
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ½ teaspoon salt optional
- ½ teaspoon pepper powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon garlic granules optional
- ¼ teaspoon onion granules optional
Instructions
- Prep the broccoli
- Rinse the 1 Broccoli thoroughly under cold running water. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Cut off the florets from the broccoli stalks. You can use a knife to separate the individual florets from the central stem.
- Grate or chop the broccoli : There are two common methods for making broccoli rice:
- Hand Grater If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a hand grater to manually grate the broccoli florets until they achieve a rice-like consistency.
- Food Processo r Use a food processor with a grating attachment or the regular chopping blade.
- Place the broccoli florets in the processor and pulse until the broccoli is finely chopped and resembles rice grains.
- Be careful not to over-process, as you don’t want it to turn into a puree.
- Sauté – In a skillet or non-stick pan, heat some 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter over medium heat. You can add minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli rice and stir-fry it for 3-4 minutes until it’s tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to taste. Add 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules and 1/4 teaspoon onion granules if using.
- Serve: Once the broccoli rice is cooked, it’s ready to be served as a side dish or used in various recipes.
- Steam (Optional): If you prefer a softer texture, you can steam the broccoli rice instead of sautéing it. Place the grated broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for about 5-7 minutes until it’s cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Broccoli Rice
Equipment
- 1 Food processor
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Frying pan
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 Broccoli around 500 grams
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- ½ teaspoon salt optional
- ½ teaspoon pepper powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon garlic granules optional
- ¼ teaspoon onion granules optional
Instructions
- Prep the broccoli
- Rinse the 1 Broccoli thoroughly under cold running water. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Cut off the florets from the broccoli stalks. You can use a knife to separate the individual florets from the central stem.
- Grate or chop the broccoli : There are two common methods for making broccoli rice:
- Hand Grater If you don’t have a food processor, you can use a hand grater to manually grate the broccoli florets until they achieve a rice-like consistency.
- Food Processo r Use a food processor with a grating attachment or the regular chopping blade.
- Place the broccoli florets in the processor and pulse until the broccoli is finely chopped and resembles rice grains.
- Be careful not to over-process, as you don’t want it to turn into a puree.
- Sauté - In a skillet or non-stick pan, heat some 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter over medium heat. You can add minced garlic for extra flavor.
- Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli rice and stir-fry it for 3-4 minutes until it’s tender but still slightly crisp.
- Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to taste. Add 1/4 teaspoon garlic granules and 1/4 teaspoon onion granules if using.
- Serve: Once the broccoli rice is cooked, it’s ready to be served as a side dish or used in various recipes.
- Steam (Optional): If you prefer a softer texture, you can steam the broccoli rice instead of sautéing it. Place the grated broccoli in a steamer basket over boiling water and steam for about 5-7 minutes until it’s cooked to your desired level of tenderness.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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- 1 cup full fat milk powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1/2 cup thick double cream
- 1 tsp Cardamom powder
- few saffron threads
- 1/4 cup almond ground
- 1/4 cup Pistachio ground
- Few drops of Natural food colour-Green and orange
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