One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry
A low-carb Whole30 stir fry combining savory ground beef with fragrant garlic and ginger, served over tender cauliflower rice. This asian fusion-inspired beef (whole30, paleo) ready in about 30 minutes pairs avocado oil, ground beef, cauliflower rice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3, thinly sliced for garnish scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the beef; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 cups cauliflower rice, 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 6-8 minutes until cauliflower rice is tender and most liquid has evaporated.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 thinly sliced scallions before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep avocado oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pan Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, paleo, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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