Meet your new favorite low-carb snack: Keto Crispy Rice Bites! This creative twist on the classic crispy rice treat swaps out traditional rice for finely riced cauliflower, making it both keto-friendly and packed with vitamins. Blended with melted mozzarella, savory Parmesan, almond flour, and a hint of garlic and onion powder, these bite-sized delights boast a satisfyingly cheesy, crispy texture. Perfectly golden from a quick pan-fry in avocado oil and finished to perfection in the oven, they make the ultimate guilt-free appetizer or snack that’s crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a meal-prep option that satisfies your cravings without the carbs, these crispy bites are a must-try!
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the cauliflower into florets and transfer them to a food processor. Pulse until the cauliflower resembles rice.
Transfer the cauliflower rice to a microwave-safe bowl, cover it with a microwave-safe lid or plate, and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
Place the microwaved cauliflower rice onto a clean kitchen towel, let it cool slightly, then squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cauliflower rice, egg, shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients together until well combined and it forms a sticky dough-like consistency.
Lightly oil your hands with a bit of avocado oil to handle the mixture easily. Form small bite-sized balls or patties with the mixture.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining avocado oil.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the cauliflower bites to the skillet and fry for about 3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Transfer the fried bites to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to ensure they are cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve as a delicious keto-friendly snack or appetizer. Enjoy!
Serving size | (647.5g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 891.1 |
Total Fat 67.4g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 18.9g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g | |
Cholesterol 281.9mg | 0% |
Sodium 2521.2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 36.3g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
Total Sugars 9.9g | |
Protein 43.7g | 0% |
Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
Calcium 824.0mg | 0% |
Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
Potassium 1525.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories