Cauliflower Lo Mein

This Cauliflower Lo Mein is a low-carb twist on the classic Chinese noodle dish, featuring tender cauliflower noodles tossed in a savory sauce with colorful vegetables. It's a delicious and healthy alternative that satisfies your cravings without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 1 medium head, grated into rice-sized pieces
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Snow peas - 100 grams
• Egg - 1, beaten
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. Begin by grating the cauliflower into rice-sized pieces using a food processor or box grater. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, and snow peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, pour the beaten egg into the other side, and scramble until fully cooked.
5. Add the grated cauliflower to the skillet along with soy sauce and sesame oil. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cauliflower is tender.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and K from the vegetables.

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