Cauliflower Rice Stir-Fry with Shrimp and Sesame Ginger Sauce
A flavorful keto stir-fry combining tender shrimp and cauliflower rice tossed in a fragrant sesame ginger sauce. This Asian Fusion-inspired seafood recipe (keto, low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs shrimp, cauliflower rice, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 cups, fresh or frozen cauliflower rice
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 3 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp seasoned with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Sauté 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups cauliflower rice to the skillet. Stir frequently for 4-5 minutes until tender but not mushy.
- Step 4: Return cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss everything together and cook for 2 more minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 3 sliced green onions, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.








