Cauliflower Ground Beef Hash (Printable)
Hearty skillet with cauliflower, beef, and vegetables. Perfect low-carb weeknight dinner ready in 35 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into small florets
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
→ Meats
06 - 1 lb lean ground beef
→ Spices & Seasonings
07 - 1 teaspoon paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Oils
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Optional Additions
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
14 - 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
# Directions:
01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5–6 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed and transfer beef to a plate.
02 - Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add onion and bell pepper, sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add cauliflower florets to the skillet and season with paprika, oregano, cumin, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 7–9 minutes until the cauliflower is just tender and lightly golden.
04 - Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients and cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hash, cover, and let sit for 2 minutes until melted.
06 - Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and green onions if desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The cauliflower gets these gorgeous golden edges while staying tender inside, almost like roasted potatoes but ready in half the time
- Its one of those rare low-carb meals that actually feels satisfying and hearty, not like youre missing anything
02 -
- Don't crowd your pan or the cauliflower will steam instead of getting those gorgeous golden edges we're after
- Letting the beef and cauliflower sit undisturbed for a minute between stirs creates better browning and flavor development
03 -
- Pressing the cauliflower into the hot skillet and letting it sear undisturbed for a minute creates the best crispy edges
- Taste and adjust seasoning before the final combination step, as cauliflower absorbs salt differently than potatoes