Keto Fried Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice is tasty and flavorful. This dish is low in carbs as compared to traditional dishes. The crispy and keto-friendly breading is prepared with crushed pork rinds or almond flour, which is used to cover juicy shrimp, which are then perfectly pan-fried. The fried shrimp is served over tasty garlic cauliflower rice, which is fulfilling & nutritious which making it ideal for everyone on a low-carb, keto, or gluten-free diet. The Fried Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice has lots of fiber and nutrition, and it absorbs a lot of flavors. This dish is served with avocado slices, spicy mayonnaise, or a simple salad for a well-balanced and filling meal.
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STATS:
- Cook time: Fifteen mins.
- Total time: Thirty minutes
- Serving size: 1 plate
- Cuisine: American / Asian-inspired
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Course: Main dish
- Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
- Prep time: Fifteen mins
- Serving: 4 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Chopping board
- Knife
- Food processor
- Spatula
- Skillet
- Shallow bowl
- Paper towel
- Serving plate
INGREDIENTS:
TO MAKE THE FRIED SHRIMP:
- 1 lb. large shrimp
- 1 egg
- 1 cup pork rinds or almond flour
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Avocado oil or coconut oil
TO MAKE THE CAULIFLOWER RICE:
- One cauliflower
- Two tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp. coconut aminos
- Salt and pepper
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
SHRIMP:
- You have to use shed, and prepared shrimp for the nice quality. We can use the fresh shrimp but we can also use the frozen shrimp by completely thawing the shrimp. We can also pat dry the shrimp with a paper towel so that the seasoning will stick easily.
KETO CRUMBS:
- We can use keto-friendly crumbs like pork rinds, almond flour, or keto bread crumbs to make it more crunchy and flavorful.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- We can use the parmesan cheese in this dish to make this dish more indulgent, cheesy, and flavorful. You may omit the parmesan cheese if you want to make a dairy-free dish.
CAULIFLOWER RICE:
- We have to use a food processor to rice or grate fresh cauliflower for the best texture; we can also use store-bought cauliflower rice to save time.
COCONUT AMINOS:
- We use the coconut aminos in place of soya sauce to make this dish keto-friendly; we can also use the tamari in place of coconut aminos.
AVOCADO OR OLIVE OIL:
- We can choose avocado or coconut oil for frying because of their high smoke points and suitability for keto.
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INSTRUCTION:
- We can grate the cauliflower with the grater or processor.
- Then we can warm up the olive oil on a moderate flame in the pan.
- We can put the garlic in the pan and toss the garlic for 30 sec or till we get a nice aroma.
- Then we can add the cauliflower rice, black pepper, coconut aminos, and salt to the pan.
- We can cook the cauliflower rice for 5 to 7 minutes by stirring it occasionally till it gets soft and tender.
- Then we can add the green onions and turn off the flame.
- We can add the garlic seasoning, parmesan cheese, black pepper, pork rinds, salt, and paprika powder in the small bowl and mix with the spatula.
- Then beat the egg in the bowl.
- We can immerse the shrimp piece in the egg then place it on the seasoning and coat the shrimp evenly.
- Then we can warm the oil in a skillet on the flame.
- We can add the shrimp in the oil and fry the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or till it get golden brown and cooked properly.
- Then we can place the paper towel on the plate and place the shrimp on the paper towel so it absorbs the oil properly.
- We can include the cauliflower rice on the plate and place the shrimp on the cauliflower rice.
- Then garnish the dish with sesame seeds or green onions and serve.
TIPS:
- We can appropriately dry the shrimp with tissue formerly seasoning the shrimp.
- You don’t overload the pan otherwise the shrimp will not get crispy.
- We can also add a dash of red pepper flakes to the cauliflower rice to make them spicier.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put the fried shrimp and the cauliflower rice in the individual boxes and store the dish for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- We can freeze the shrimp and the cauliflower rice separately for 2 months.
FAQs:
Can I make this dish dairy-free?
- We can make this dish dairy-free if we omit the parmesan cheese or use the dairy-free parmesan.
Will we store this dish?
- Yes, you would store this dish by placing the shrimp & the cauliflower rice in separate containers and storing it for 3 days in the fridge and in the freezer for 2 months.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 350 kcal
Carbs: 6g
Total carbs: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 24g
Sodium: 780mg
Potassium: 540mg
Calcium: 110mg
Iron: 2.2mg
Vitamin A: 380IU
Serving size: 1 plate
