Low Calorie Dinner: Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp Recipe

Riced cauliflower in a hot wok with shrimp tricks your brain into thinking it's real fried rice. Same flavor experience, dramatically fewer calories.

Cook 25 min Difficulty NORMAL 190 kcal
#low carb #diabetic friendly #bariatric friendly #high protein
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • cauliflower (riced) 4 cups
  • large shrimp (peeled, deveined) 12 oz
  • frozen peas and carrots mix 1 cup
  • eggs 2 pieces
  • green onion (sliced) 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce (low sodium) 2.5 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • garlic (minced) 2 cloves
  • fresh ground black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 13 g 27%
Protein 19 g 41%
Fat 6 g 28%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Heat a large nonstick wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add sesame oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and stir for 15 seconds until aromatic.

  2. 2

    Increase heat to high and add shrimp in a single layer. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until pink on both sides, then transfer shrimp to a plate.

  3. 3

    Add frozen peas and carrots to the pan. Stir constantly for 2 minutes until just heated through, then add riced cauliflower and toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Push vegetables to one side. Crack eggs onto the empty side and scramble over medium heat until just set, then fold into the vegetables.

  5. 5

    Return shrimp to the pan. Drizzle in soy sauce and season with black pepper. Stir-fry everything over high heat for 2–3 minutes, allowing excess moisture to evaporate for a rice-like texture.

  6. 6

    Turn off heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onion and toss one final time before serving hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What’s the key ingredient in this Cauliflower Fried Rice with Shrimp recipe?
The riced cauliflower is what truly defines this recipe. By replacing regular rice with cauliflower, you keep the classic fried rice texture and flavor experience while significantly lowering the calorie and carbohydrate content.
Q. How do you prevent the cauliflower rice from becoming soggy?
Be sure to stir-fry the riced cauliflower quickly over high heat after letting most of the vegetable moisture cook off. Avoid covering the pan and don’t overcook—the final few minutes at high heat help excess moisture evaporate, yielding a texture closer to traditional fried rice.
Q. What is the protein-to-carb ratio in this dish?
Each serving contains 19g protein (41% of total calories) and 13g carbohydrates (27%). This makes it a protein-rich option, especially compared to traditional fried rice.
Q. Why is the shrimp added in two steps during cooking?
Cooking the shrimp separately first allows them to develop flavor and prevents overcooking. When re-added at the end, the shrimp are just right—tender and juicy rather than rubbery.
Q. How many calories are in one serving of this recipe?
One serving provides approximately 190 kcal, making it a lower calorie dinner choice while still being filling and nutritious.
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