Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice

This keto cilantro lime Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice is a very delightful and tasty dish. This dish is prepared very quickly, and it gets ready in just 25 minutes. This dish is perfect to prepare for a speedy and energizing weeknight dinner. This shrimp & cauliflower rice is made with a combination of butter, garlic, & lime butter sauce with the garnished with freshly chopped cilantro. This shrimp is served with the cauliflower rice to make a full meal, which is both filling and satisfying. This keto cilantro lime Shrimp & Cauliflower Rice has low carb content, and it is also keto-friendly. This dish is loaded with healthy fats & protein content, which makes it perfect to have in the keto diet.

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STATS:

• Calories: 310 kcal
• Cook time: 15 minutes
• Total time: Twenty-five mins
• Serving size: 1 bowl
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
• Preparation time: Ten mints.
• Course: Main Course
• Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb

EQUIPMENT:

• Large skillet
• Spatula
• Serving bowls

INGREDIENTS:

TO MAKE THE SHRIMP:

• 1 lb. large shrimp
• 2 tbsp. olive oil or butter
• 3 pieces garlic
• Zest and lime juice
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper
• Pinch of red pepper flakes

TO MAKE THE CAULIFLOWER RICE:

• One medium cauliflower
• 1 tbsp. olive oil or butter
• Salt and pepper
• ½ lime juice
• 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

SHRIMP:

• We have to use the big shrimp to make the perfect dish. We can use fresh shrimp as well as frozen shrimp also; but if we use the frozen shrimp then we have to properly thaw the shrimp before the use.

CAULIFLOWER RICE:

• We can pulse the fresh cauliflower florets in the food processor; we can also use the store brought rice as well or we can also use the frozen cauliflower rice also but we just have to squeeze the water of the frozen ones properly.

LIME JUICE:

• We use the fresh lime juice and zest because it is necessary for the zesty, vibrant flavor. You can also use the bottled lime juice but the fresh is best.

CILANTRO:

• We use the fresh cilantro for the best flavor. We can also use the parsley can be used as a milder alternative of cilantro.

AVOCADO OIL:

• We can also use the avocado oil or olive oil as a substitute of butter, which adds richness, particularly in Whole30 or dairy-free versions.

GARLIC:

• We have to use the fresh garlic for the rich and strong flavor. You can use ½ teaspoon of garlic seasoning if the fresh garlic is not available.

RED PEPPER FLAKES:

• We add the red pepper flakes prepare the spicy dish. Taste and adjust or leave out completely if desired.

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INSTRUCTION

1. We can warm the olive oil on moderate flame in a large skillet.
2. Then we can rice the cauliflower in the food processor and cook it for five to seven minutes till it becomes soft.
3. Season the rice with black pepper & salt.
4. Garnish the cauliflower rice with the lemon juice and cilantro and put aside.
5. We can add the butter or olive oil in the same skillet.
6. Then we can add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds or till they get fragrant.
7. We can add the shrimp, red pepper flakes, salt, lime zest, and lime juice, & black pepper.
8. Then we can cook the shrimp for two to three minutes on each side or till the shrimp gets opaque and pink.
9. We can serve the cauliflower rice in the serving bowl garnish the rice with cilantro and lime wedges and place the shrimp on top.

TIPS:

• We don’t have to overcook the shrimp because the shrimp will get cook easily.
• You could also add the avocado slices to include the healthy fats in this meal.
• We can also use the cast iron skillet to sear the shrimp for the best taste.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You can put the cilantro lime shrimp and cauliflower rice in the airtight box and save this dish for 3 days.

FREEZER:

• We have to put the shrimp & the cauliflower rice in the separate containers and store the dish for 2 months.

FAQs:

Are these shrimp & the cauliflower rice had low carbs content?

• Yes these shrimp & the cauliflower rice has low carbs content and they only comprise of 4g net carbs in single portion of this dish.

How to prepare the dairy-free shrimp & the cauliflower rice?

• We can use the olive or avocado oil in place of butter to prepare the dairy-free shrimp & the cauliflower rice.

Are this shrimp & the cauliflower rice spicier?

• This shrimp & the cauliflower rice is slightly spicy you can skip the red pepper if you want a mild flavor.

Will I utilize the chicken in place of shrimp?

• We can use the chicken in place of shrimp to make this dish; just have to cook the chicken before adding it to the dish.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric content: 310 kcal
Total Carbs: 7g
Net Carbs: 4g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 18g
Sodium: 750mg
Potassium: 680mg
Calcium: 120mg
Iron: 2.2mg
Vitamin A: 410IU