Shanghai Crab Rice
Shanghai Crab Rice is a delightful and aromatic dish that combines tender crab meat with fragrant cauliflower rice, infused with traditional Chinese seasonings. This Paleo-friendly alternative captures the essence of Shanghai cuisine while being healthy and satisfying.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
360 kcal
Ingredients
- Cauliflower - 400 grams, riced
- Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
- Carrot - 1 medium, diced
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
- Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
Steps
- Begin by ricing the cauliflower using a food processor or grater until it resembles rice grains.
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add the minced ginger and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the diced red bell pepper and carrot to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are slightly tender.
- Stir in the riced cauliflower and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing it to soften and absorb the flavors.
- Add the fresh crab meat to the skillet along with the coconut aminos, salt, and black pepper. Gently fold everything together and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the crab is heated through.
- Finally, stir in the chopped green onions and remove from heat.
- Serve the Shanghai Crab Rice hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbs: 18 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in protein from crab meat, supporting muscle health.
- High in fiber from cauliflower and vegetables, aiding digestion.
Tags
ChinesePaleoRice Dish