High-Protein Spicy Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice is a delicious and spicy dish. This dish is prepared in 25 minutes, perfect for a quick dinner or lunch. It contains scallions, Cajun seasoning, shrimp, butter, cauliflower rice, and salt. This dish has butter in it, so it is not good for a dairy-free diet; use vegan butter or olive oil instead if required. Serve this dish with garlic butter sauce, roasted broccoli, and avocado salad. High-Protein Spicy Shrimp with Cauliflower Rice stores in the great way, so this is a great dish for prepping meal in advance.
STATS:
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 1 portion
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total Duration: 25 minutes
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
- Cuisine: American
- Serving: 6
EQUIPMENT:
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
- Mixing bowl
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 bunch scallions
- 1½ pounds large raw shrimp
- 2 tbsp. salt-free Cajun seasoning, + 1 tsp.
- 5 tbsp. unsalted butter
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 1 pack cauliflower rice
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SCALLION:
- Add the scallions to offer good taste, and we have to make thin slices and divide the green and white parts.
SHRIMP:
- We have to use the big & raw shrimp to prepare this dish. We would also utilize the shrimp with tails for presentation purposes. The shrimp should be defrosted and dried properly, then cooked.
CAJUN SEASONING:
- Add the Cajun seasoning to include the smoky & spicy taste in the dish. It should be without salt to control the salt level as we prefer.
BUTTER:
- Add the unsalted butter to include the rich taste. It will form a tasty coating on the shrimp and rice. You can separate the butter for shrimp & cauliflower both.
CAULIFLOWER RICE:
- We have to use the refrigerated cauliflower rice to prepare the dish, and it is more convenient. You can also add the frozen ones, but dry the excess moisture properly.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- We have to trim scallions, make thin slices, and separate the green & white parts.
- Properly dry the shrimp with towels & add them in container, then add the Cajun seasoning and mix.
- Add the butter to the pan and heat it over medium-to-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in one layer in the pan and cook them for two to three minutes on all sides till the shrimp are opaque, then add them to the plate.
- Add the butter to the pan, then add the cauliflower rice and Cajun seasoning & cook them for five to seven minutes till they get tender.
- Sprinkle the salt & scallion slices in the cauliflower rice, add the shrimp to the pan, and mix.
- Add the scallion slices over the dish to garnish it, then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Sautéed Green Beans
- Steamed Asparagus
SALADS:
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Avocado Salad
- Mixed Green Salad
SAUCES:
- Garlic Butter Sauce
- Lemon Herb Sauce
- Creamy Avocado Sauce
GARNISHES:
- Fresh Parsley
- Sliced Scallions
- Lemon Wedges
TIPS:
- Dry the shrimp, then season so they get seared.
- Don’t add lots of shrimp in the pan so they get cooked properly.
- We have to remove the shrimp as they get opaque, or else they become rubbery.
- You can cook the frozen rice for a long time to eliminate the additional moisture content.
- Squeeze the fresh lemon juice on the dish to add a bright taste.
- Include the cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to add more spice to the dish.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We have to cool the leftover dish, then add it to the box and store for three days.
FREEZER:
- Add the cool shrimp & cauliflower rice to a tight vessel and freeze for two months.
FAQs:
Will I utilize frozen shrimp?
- Yes, we would easily utilize frozen shrimp to make this dish; though defrost & dry properly, then utilize.
What should I do to prevent the shrimp from getting rubbery?
- You can cook the shrimp till opaque and put them aside so the shrimp will not get rubbery.
How to prepare the dish spicy?
- Include cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or red pepper flakes to make the dish spicier.
Will I utilize the shrimp without tail?
- Yes, we would easily use tail-off shrimp as they are more convenient & easy.
Is this dish good for the keto diet?
- Yes, this recipe is good for the keto diet as they have all the keto items in it.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Iron: 2 mg
Total carbs: 7 g
Calories: 255 kcal
Vitamin A: 250 µg RAE
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 110 mg
Protein: 32 g
Serving: 6
Net carbs: 5 g
Total fat: 12 g
Saturated fat: 7 g
Sodium: 430 mg
Potassium: 560 mg
Serving size: 1
