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A bowl of delicious Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice with peas, corn, and chicken pieces, garnished with green onions.

Low-Carb Cauliflower Fried Rice

A quick and healthy alternative to traditional fried rice, using cauliflower rice.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Rice
  • 1 large head cauliflower riced
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil divided
For the Stir-fry
  • 1 lb chicken breast or thighs diced
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari low sodium
  • 1 tsp ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble until cooked. Remove eggs from the skillet and set aside with the chicken.
  3. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the skillet. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the riced cauliflower to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  6. Add the frozen peas and corn to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Return the cooked chicken and scrambled eggs to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce or tamari.
  8. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through. Stir in the chopped green onions.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli florets. For a vegetarian option, omit the chicken and eggs and add tofu or edamame.

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