Here’s a crispy, golden Cauliflower Hash Browns recipe — low-carb, keto-friendly, and perfect for breakfast or as a side 🥔➡️🥦😋
🥦 Cauliflower Hash Browns (Crispy, Low-Carb)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Servings: 8 hash browns
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower, riced (about 3 cups)
- ½ tsp salt (for draining moisture)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for frying)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Rice & drain cauliflower
- Steam or microwave riced cauliflower 4–5 minutes until soft.
- Let cool slightly, then squeeze out all moisture using a towel.
2️⃣ Mix
- In a bowl, combine cauliflower, egg, cheeses, almond flour, garlic, and spices.
3️⃣ Shape
- Form into small flat hash-brown patties.
4️⃣ Cook
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
5️⃣ Serve hot
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Hash Brown – Approx.)
- Calories: 85 kcal
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 6 g
- Total Carbs: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Net Carbs: 2 g
✅ Low-carb
✅ Keto-friendly
✅ Gluten-free
🔥 Extra-Crispy Tips
- Squeeze cauliflower very dry
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Let them cook untouched before flipping
🌟 Variations
- Cheesy cheddar version
- Spicy with chili flakes
- Air fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes
- Oven-baked: 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flip halfway
