Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice

Ingredients:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 medium head of cauliflower (or 1 bag of cauliflower rice)

2 tablespoons avocado oil or sesame oil (for stir-frying)

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (or fresh, diced)

2 large eggs, beaten

3 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos (for gluten-free option)

1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional, for extra depth of flavor)

1/2 teaspoon sesame oil (for flavor, optional)

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)

2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cauliflower Rice:

If you’re using a whole cauliflower, cut it into florets and pulse in a food processor until the texture resembles rice grains.

Alternatively, you can use pre-packaged cauliflower rice for convenience.

2. Cook the Shrimp:

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.

3. Sauté Vegetables:

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Stir in the peas and carrots and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

4. Scramble the Eggs:

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the beaten eggs to the other side. Scramble the eggs for 1-2 minutes until fully cooked, then mix everything together in the pan.

5. Add the Cauliflower Rice:

Add the cauliflower rice to the pan with the veggies and eggs. Stir well to combine and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until the cauliflower rice is tender and lightly browned.

6. Season and Combine:

Add the cooked shrimp back to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce (or coconut aminos), oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil (if using), and black pepper.

Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until well combined and heated through. If you like a little heat, you can add chili flakes at this point.

7. Garnish and Serve:

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.

Optional Add-ins:

For more flavor, you can add a dash of rice vinegar or a few drops of fish sauce.

You can also add other veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms to the mix.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 250-300
Protein: 20-25g
Fat: 10-12g
Saturated Fat: 2-3g
Carbohydrates: 10-12g
Fiber: 5-6g
Sugar: 5-6g