Keto Shrimp Fried Rice

Keto Shrimp Fried Rice is a delightful twist on a classic dish, offering a low-carb option that is both satisfying and flavorful. Packed with shrimp, fresh vegetables, and cauliflower rice, this meal is perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower rice - 2 cups
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Bell pepper, diced - 1/2 cup
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Soy sauce (or coconut aminos) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Peas (optional, for garnish) - 1/4 cup

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and diced bell pepper; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
3. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the other side, scrambling them until fully cooked.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the cauliflower rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil; mix well and cook for another 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
6. Season with salt and black pepper, and stir in the chopped green onions just before serving.
7. Garnish with peas if desired, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 240 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in protein from shrimp and eggs, supporting muscle health.

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