Description
Crispy, golden cauliflower hashbrowns that mimic the texture of traditional potato hashbrowns but with fewer carbs. Perfect for keto, gluten-free, or veggie-packed breakfasts and sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups riced cauliflower (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp almond flour (or oat fiber for nut-free)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil (for frying)
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped green onions or 1 tsp hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep Cauliflower: Microwave riced cauliflower for 2 minutes, then spread on a kitchen towel. Squeeze out ALL moisture (critical for crispiness) :cite[2]:cite[4].
- Mix: Combine dried cauliflower, egg, cheeses, almond flour, and spices in a bowl. For extra flavor, add green onions or hot sauce.
- Shape: Form into 8 patties (¼-cup each) or spread as a single layer for hashbrown-style :cite[8].
- Cook:
- Skillet: Heat oil over medium. Cook 4-5 mins per side until golden :cite[3].
- Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 mins, flip, bake 10 more mins :cite[4].
- Air Fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 mins, flipping halfway :cite[6].
- Serve: Enjoy with eggs, avocado, or sugar-free ketchup.
Notes
- Key to Crispiness: Remove ALL moisture from cauliflower. A cheesecloth or nut milk bag works best :cite[2]:cite[7].
- Make-Ahead: Freeze cooked hashbrowns between parchment paper. Reheat in oven/toaster for crispiness :cite[4]:cite[6].
- Variations: Add bacon, swap cheeses (pepper jack for spice), or use chia seeds as binder for vegan version :cite[5]:cite[7].
- Gluten-Free: Ensure almond flour or oat fiber is certified GF :cite[6].
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Breakfast/Side
- Method: Stovetop/Oven/Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg