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Easy Crispy Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp

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A quick and healthy cauliflower fried rice recipe featuring crispy cauliflower rice and tender shrimp, perfect for busy weeknights or light dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head cauliflower, riced (about 4 cups)
  • 12 ounces raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium size)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten (room temperature)
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix, thawed
  • 3 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rice the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into florets and pulse in a food processor until it resembles rice grains (about 4 cups). If you don’t have a processor, grate it manually with a box grater. Set aside.
  2. Prep the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with black pepper. Set aside.
  3. Cook the eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in your skillet over medium heat. Pour in beaten eggs and scramble gently until just cooked through (about 2 minutes). Remove eggs from the pan and set aside.
  4. Sauté shrimp: Add remaining oil to the skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Cook aromatics: In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  6. Fry cauliflower rice: Add riced cauliflower to the pan, stir well to combine with aromatics, and spread it evenly. Let it cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to get crispy on one side, then stir and repeat for another 2-3 minutes until golden and crunchy.
  7. Add veggies and seasonings: Toss in peas and carrots, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir-fry everything together for 2-3 minutes until heated through and well combined.
  8. Combine everything: Return cooked shrimp and scrambled eggs to the skillet. Gently fold them into the cauliflower rice mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or pepper if needed.
  9. Final touch: Remove from heat and let sit for a minute before serving to let flavors settle and rice crisp up a bit more.

Notes

If cauliflower rice releases too much water, drain it on paper towels before cooking to keep it crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed. Use oils with a high smoke point like avocado or refined olive oil. Add soy sauce gradually to avoid watery rice. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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