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Crispy Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp Easy Homemade Recipe

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A quick and easy low-carb fried rice alternative using riced cauliflower and tender shrimp, tossed in a flavorful sesame ginger sauce for a satisfying and crispy dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
  • 12 oz (340 g) peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, finely diced (optional)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil (canola or vegetable)

Instructions

  1. Rice the cauliflower: Remove leaves and core from cauliflower, cut into florets, and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the shrimp: Pat dry shrimp and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Make the sesame ginger sauce: Whisk together toasted sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
  4. Cook the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  5. Scramble the eggs: In the same pan, add oil if needed, pour in beaten eggs, scramble until just set. Remove and set aside with shrimp.
  6. Cook the veggies: Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pan, cook diced carrot 2-3 minutes until slightly softened, then add frozen peas and cook another minute.
  7. Stir-fry the cauliflower rice: Add riced cauliflower to the pan, spread out and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to get crispy edges, then stir and cook another 3 minutes until tender but not mushy.
  8. Combine everything: Return shrimp and scrambled eggs to the pan, pour sesame ginger sauce over all, toss gently to coat and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  9. Finish with green onions: Stir in sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use a hot pan to get crispy cauliflower edges but avoid burning garlic. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure they sear properly. Cook eggs separately to keep texture distinct. Adjust soy sauce saltiness and sweetness to taste. Frozen cauliflower rice can be used if thawed and drained well.

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Keywords: cauliflower fried rice, shrimp fried rice, low carb fried rice, sesame ginger sauce, healthy dinner, quick recipe, easy weeknight meal

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