Khao Pad Kua Poo Pad

Khao Pad Kua Poo Pad is a delightful low-carb Thai rice dish that features stir-fried cauliflower rice with succulent crab meat and aromatic herbs. This dish offers a perfect blend of savory flavors and fresh ingredients, making it a healthy yet indulgent option.

Ingredients

• Cauliflower - 300 grams (grated)
• Crab meat (fresh or canned) - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Shallots - 2 medium (finely chopped)
• Green onions - 2 stalks (chopped)
• Thai basil - 1/4 cup (fresh)
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add the grated cauliflower to the skillet, stirring well to combine and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
4. Push the cauliflower to one side of the skillet and add another tablespoon of coconut oil.
5. Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble them until fully cooked, then mix them with the cauliflower.
6. Add the crab meat, fish sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice, stirring gently to combine without breaking the crab apart.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and fold in the chopped green onions and Thai basil.
8. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
9. Serve hot and enjoy your low-carb Khao Pad Kua Poo Pad!

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein from crab meat, supporting muscle health.

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