Dean shares his recipe for Carb-friendly Chicken Cauliflower Fried Rice

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: tamari

Coconut aminos is lower in sodium and gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for frying.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while thighs are less expensive.

peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Edamame is a protein-rich alternative, while mixed veggies are cost-effective.

Preheat a wok with oil to sauté the ingredients.

Sauté ginger and garlic in the wok until fragrant.

Add frozen cauliflower rice to the wok and sauté until it starts to get color.

Add pre-sautéed carrots and chopped green beans to the wok.

Add chopped red peppers to the mixture and stir everything together.

Pour in sesame oil for flavor.

Add low-sodium soy sauce to the mixture for seasoning.

Add chopped chicken breast to the wok and sauté until thoroughly cooked.

Crack a couple of eggs into the mixture and stir to combine.

Cook until the eggs are completely cooked through, about 5 minutes.

Add chopped green onions and toasted slivered almonds to the dish before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens