Cauliflower Rice Shrimp Stir-Fry

Overhead shot of Cauliflower Rice Shrimp Stir-Fry plated appetizingly in a wooden board
Low-CarbPescatarianSoy-FreeGluten-FreeDairy-Free
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time12 min
Total Time27 min
Servings4

Shrimp cooks in just a few minutes, which makes this stir-fry one of the fastest ways to turn raw ingredients into a full dinner. Riced cauliflower stands in for grains and soaks up every bit of the ginger-garlic sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 head cauliflower, riced (or 4 cups store-bought cauliflower rice)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  2. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add the remaining sesame oil to the pan. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the snap peas and bell pepper. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender.
  5. Add the cauliflower rice, coconut aminos, and rice vinegar. Stir-fry 4-5 minutes, until the cauliflower is tender.
  6. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to combine. Top with green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 290
Total fat 14g
Total carbohydrates 12g
Dietary fiber 4g
Protein 28g
Sodium 480mg

Why This Is Good for Your Gut

Cauliflower brings fiber that grain-based rice can't match, and swapping soy sauce for coconut aminos keeps the sauce flavorful while staying soy-free. Bell pepper adds vitamin C to round out the plate.

Pair with a squeeze of lime for extra brightness right before serving.

This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.

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