Low Carb Prawn Fried Rice

Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Low Carb Prawn Fried Rice is a healthy twist on a takeout favorite. Instead of traditional rice, this recipe uses nutrient-rich cauliflower rice to create a low-carb, gluten-free dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Juicy prawns, vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, peas, and carrots, and fragrant aromatics like garlic and ginger are stir-fried in a delightful mix of sesame and olive oil. Scrambled eggs and soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option) add the perfect finishing touch, creating a savory, protein-packed meal that’s ready in just 35 minutes. Garnished with fresh green onions, this dish delivers all the comfort and flavor of classic fried rice while keeping it light and guilt-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams raw prawns, peeled and deveined
• 400 grams cauliflower rice
• 2 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 100 grams peas
• 1 carrot, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing your ingredients. Peel and devein the prawns if not already done. Chop the green onions, dice the red bell pepper, and grate the carrot.

Step 2

Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and sesame oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the prawns to the skillet. Stir-fry the prawns until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the prawns from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the diced bell pepper, peas, and grated carrot. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 6

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the cleared space. Scramble the eggs and cook until they are just set.

Step 7

Add the cauliflower rice to the skillet, mixing it with the vegetables and scrambled eggs. Stir-fry everything together for a few minutes until the cauliflower rice is heated through.

Step 8

Return the prawns to the skillet. Add the soy sauce (or tamari), salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 9

Garnish the fried rice with chopped green onions before serving.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1493.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1062.8

Total Fat 41.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 844.5mg	0%
Sodium 4961.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.5g	0%
Total Sugars 32.7g
Protein 101.4g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 629.5mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 3674.2mg	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: 32.8%

Protein: 36.1%

Carbs: 31.0%