Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

If you’re craving Friday night take-away but you’re looking for a nourishing alternative, look no further than this chicken and cauliflower fried rice. Thanks to the addition of chicken, this low carb dish packs a serious protein punch, and will leave you feeling satisfied and satiated for hours! 

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Ingredients:

• 1 head of cauliflower 

• 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken 

• 2 eggs 

• 1 carrot (diced) 

• 1 cup edamame beans (or green peas)  

• ½ cup chopped shallots (extra for garnish optional) 

• 1 tsp grated ginger 

• 2 cloves of garlic (finely chopped) 

• 2 tbsp sesame oil 

• 3 tbsp tamari 

Method:

• Chop cauliflower into small florets. Add florets to a food processor and pulse into rice like pieces (don’t pulse for too long or cauliflower will become too fine) 

• Beat 2 eggs in a small bowl and put to the side 

• In a large pan heat 1 tbsp sesame oil over medium heat and add diced carrot, garlic, ginger, shallots and chicken until slightly soft and fragrant (around 2-3 minutes) 

• Add cauliflower rice, edamame beans, tamari and 1 tbsp of sesame oil to the pan and stir until combined but not overcooked 

• Turn the heat down to low and make a well with the cauliflower mixture

• Pour in beaten eggs and stir continuously until egg is cooked 

• Serve and garnish with leftover shallots (optional)