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Easy Low Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp

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A quick and healthy low-carb cauliflower fried rice recipe featuring shrimp, eggs, and fresh vegetables, perfect for busy weeknights or late-night cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head of cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
  • 12 oz (340 g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium-sized)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 3 scallions, sliced thin (green and white parts)
  • 1 medium carrot, finely diced
  • ½ cup frozen peas, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rice the cauliflower by removing stems and leaves, cutting into florets, and pulsing in a food processor until pieces resemble rice grains (about ½ inch). Alternatively, grate manually. Set aside.
  2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sesame oil. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Add diced carrots and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in peas and scallions and cook for another minute.
  4. Push veggies to one side of the pan. Pour beaten eggs into the cleared side. Let sit for 15 seconds, then gently scramble until cooked through but still soft. Mix eggs with veggies.
  5. Add riced cauliflower to the pan and stir to combine with eggs and veggies. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until cauliflower is tender but still slightly firm.
  6. Pour tamari over the mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly. Add cooked shrimp back to the pan, toss gently to combine and warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning with pepper or more tamari if needed.
  7. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with extra scallions if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook the cauliflower to avoid mushiness; it should retain a slight bite like al dente rice. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a good sear and avoid steaming. Use medium-high heat carefully to prevent burning garlic or veggies. Scramble eggs separately in a cleared spot to keep them fluffy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain texture. Add tamari towards the end to prevent overpowering saltiness.

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Keywords: low carb, cauliflower fried rice, shrimp, healthy, quick meal, keto, paleo, gluten-free

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