Carnivore Rice (Egg-Based Rice Substitute)

Two black bowls filled with carnivore rice, with a hand using chopsticks to pick up some from one bowl.

Learn how to make carnivore rice with eggs and, optionally, gelatin. An easy, satisfying way to add variety to your animal-based meals.

Course Side dishes

Cuisine Global

Diet Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt

Keyword carnivore rice

Special Diet Carnivore Diet, Dairy free Recipes, Keto, Low Carb, Paleo

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 274kcal

Author Tracy Ariza, DDS

Ingredients

6 eggs large, or use egg whites (10-12)
⅛ cup unflavored gelatin (optional)
1 Pinch salt optional
2 teaspoons tallow lard, or bacon grease for frying, optional

Instructions

Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. If using gelatin, sprinkle it evenly over the eggs and let it sit for a few minutes to bloom.
Beat the eggs well, using a stick blender or hand mixer for best results. This helps fully incorporate the gelatin and avoid clumps.
Heat a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet over medium-low heat. Add your preferred cooking fat.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let it sit just until it begins to set around the edges.
Begin gently breaking up the eggs with a spatula. Continue cooking and breaking them into smaller and smaller pieces until the texture resembles cooked rice.
Serve immediately, or allow it to cool and chill in the fridge for later use. (This is especially helpful if you used gelatin, for a firmer texture).

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Notes

Yield: 1 and a half to two cups of "rice". The nutritional information is based on a serving size equivalent to half of the above recipe using whole eggs and bacon grease as the fat.

Using egg whites instead of whole eggs gives a paler, firmer rice that's ideal for those following a protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF) or looking to reduce fat. (Bake the egg whites without the fat for PSMF!)

Letting the cooked rice chill helps firm it up more if gelatin is used. It reheats well while keeping its structure.

Optional flavor additions (for ketovore or flexible carnivore diets) include a dash of soy sauce, garlic powder, or ginger.

You can also bake or air fry the mixture, then pulse it in a food processor for a quick rice-like texture.

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