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Cauliflower Hash Browns

Published June 3, 2019. Last updated August 14, 2020 by Lauren Vavala

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Cauliflower Hash Browns are a low carb alternative to traditional hash browns. With only 6 net carbs per 2 hash browns, this easy recipe is perfect for those following a keto diet and are naturally gluten free.

Close up of 2 Cauliflower Hash Browns on a white background

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Being a carb-o-holic definitely makes following a low carb diet really hard for me. I grew up with starchy carb-loaded food on my plate at every single meal, including breakfast. A few months back, I had been really missing hash browns so I decided to come up with a recipe for Broccoli Cheddar Cauliflower Hash Browns. While I absolutely love that recipe (and highly recommend giving it a try!), I wanted a more plain variety as well.

You won’t believe how easy this recipe for Cauliflower Hash Browns is to make!

Why This Recipe Works

  • This is a super easy recipe that takes only 30 minutes to make.
  • You can freeze these hash browns to prepare as needed.
  • They only have 3 net carbs each making them a great choice for those following low carb, keto, and gluten free diets.
  • You can easily modify the flavor of these hash browns, by switching up what type of cheese you use. For instance, if you like a little heat in your hash browns, try pepper jack cheese in place of the cheddar.

How to Make Cauliflower Hash Browns

Prep!

Cauliflower rice in a glass bowl over a white background

Preheat your oven to 400°F. Rice the cauliflower (you can reference this post on How to Rice Cauliflower, if needed) and shred the cheese.

Tip: use fresh cauliflower rice for the best results. You may be able to find pre-riced cauliflower in the produce section of your local grocery store.

Tip: It is recommended to shred the cheese from a block. Using pre-shredded bagged cheese contains additional starches and doesn’t melt as nicely. You can also use any variety of cheese you prefer to change up the flavor to suit your own tastes.

Create!

Place the riced cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high for 6 minutes.

Dump out the cooked riced cauliflower onto a kitchen towel and let it cool to the point you can handle it without it burning. Once cool, wrap the towel around the cauliflower and squeeze out as much liquid as you can.

Cauliflower and cheese mixture in a glass bowl over a white background

Place the cauliflower back into the bowl and add the cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika and egg. Mix well to thoroughly combine.

8 round cauliflower hash browns on a silpat mat before baking

Form the mixture into 8 evenly sized patties on a baking sheet. You can shape them anyway that you prefer.

8 Baked Cauliflower Hash Browns on a silpat mat

Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Present!

A white plate full of round cauliflower hash browns over a black and white striped dish towel over a white background

Tips and Techniques for the Best Cauliflower Hash Browns

  • Use fresh cauliflower rice for the best results. You can sometimes find riced cauliflower in the produce section of your local grocery store, or rice your own with a grater or food processor.
  • Shred the cheese from a block for the best melting and texture. There is added starch in pre-shredded bags of cheese.
  • You can change out the variety of cheese to change the flavor of these hash browns to suit your own tastes.

FAQ’s

  • Can cauliflower hash browns be made ahead of time? Cauliflower hash browns can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat them in the oven to keep them crispy.
  • How do you freeze cauliflower hash browns?  Tightly wrap baked hash browns in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer. It is recommended to reheat them in the oven for the best crispiness!

Other Recipe to Try

  • Eggs Benedict on Cauliflower Toast
  • Keto Breakfast Casserole
  • Loaded Cauliflower Bites

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Cauliflower Hash Browns on a white plate over a white background
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Cauliflower Hash Browns

Cauliflower Hash Browns are a low carb alternative to traditional hash browns.
Course Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 181kcal
Author Lauren Vavala

Ingredients

  • 5 cups riced cauliflower * from 1 medium head of cauliflower
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese * grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place the riced cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl covered with plastic with one edge slightly opened to vent.
  • Cook on high for 6 minutes.
  • Dump out the cooked riced cauliflower onto a kitchen towel to cool.
  • Once cooled to a point that you can handle it, squeeze out as much of the excess liquid as you can.
  • Return the cauliflower to the bowl and add the shredded cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika and egg.
  • Mix well to thoroughly combine.
  • Form the mixture into 8 even-sized patties on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for another 5 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Cauliflower Hash Browns

  • Use fresh cauliflower rice for the best results. You can sometimes find riced cauliflower in the produce section of your local grocery store.
  • Shred the cheese from a block for the best melting and texture. There is added starch in pre-shredded bags of cheese.
  • You can change out the variety of cheese to change the flavor of these hash browns to suit your own tastes.

FAQ’s

  • Can cauliflower hash browns be made ahead of time? Cauliflower hash browns can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat them in the oven to keep them crispy.
  • How do you freeze cauliflower hash browns?  Tightly wrap baked hash browns in plastic wrap and store them in the freezer. It is recommended to reheat them in the oven for the best crispiness!
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary

Nutrition

Serving: 2hash browns | Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 542mg | Potassium: 640mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 96.4mg | Calcium: 255mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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