Description
A healthy and low-carb twist on traditional fried rice, made with shrimp and cauliflower rice for a light yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, grated or 4 cups cauliflower rice
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining sesame oil and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add peas and carrots and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Push the veggies to one side of the skillet and pour in the beaten eggs on the other side. Scramble the eggs until cooked through.
- Add cauliflower rice to the skillet and stir everything together.
- Pour in the soy sauce and mix well. Cook for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and stir in green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use pre-riced cauliflower to save time.
- Adjust soy sauce to taste or use coconut aminos for a soy-free version.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg