Keto Tamago Nigiri

Indulge in the perfectly balanced flavors of Keto Tamago Nigiri, a low-carb twist on the traditional Japanese favorite. This recipe swaps out traditional sushi rice for flavorful cauliflower rice, seasoned with rice vinegar and sesame oil to mimic the signature taste of sushi. The star of the dish is the delicate, layered tamago roll, made with a blend of eggs, heavy cream, and a touch of natural sweetener for the perfect hint of sweetness. Wrapped with a crisp strip of nori, each bite delivers the authentic look and flavor of nigiri while keeping it entirely keto-friendly and gluten-free. Ready in just 25 minutes, this show-stopping dish is perfect for a quick lunch, elegant appetizer, or sushi night at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 0.5 teaspoon Soy sauce or tamari (gluten-free, if needed)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Cauliflower rice (cooked and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 small strips per piece Nori sheets (cut into thin strips)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, sweetener, soy sauce or tamari, and salt until fully combined and slightly frothy.

Step 2

Preheat a non-stick pan over low to medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with a bit of sesame oil or cooking spray.

Step 3

Pour a thin layer of the egg mixture into the pan, tilting to spread it evenly, and cook until just set. Carefully roll the cooked egg layer using chopsticks or a spatula to one side of the pan.

Step 4

Add another thin layer of the egg mixture, letting it cook and fuse with the rolled section. Continue this process until the entire egg mixture is used, creating a layered tamago roll. Remove from the pan and let cool slightly.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled cauliflower rice with rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly to mimic sushi rice flavor.

Step 6

Shape small oval mounds of the cauliflower mixture to form the ‘rice’ base for the nigiri.

Step 7

Slice the cooled tamago roll into equal-sized rectangular pieces, matching the size of the cauliflower rice mounds.

Step 8

Place one slice of tamago on each cauliflower rice mound and secure it by wrapping a thin strip of nori around the center.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat. Pair with soy sauce or tamari for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(456.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521.6

Total Fat 36.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 774mg	0%
Sodium 1143.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5g	0%
Total Sugars 4.7g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 166mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 982.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 13.5%