Spanish Cauliflower Rice (With Chorizo, Chicken & Shrimp)


Enjoy a delicious and healthy dish of Spanish Cauliflower Rice inspired by paella. This grain-free and low-carb meal features shrimp, chicken, and chorizo, cooked in a flavorful sofrito of onions, garlic, and red sweet peppers.











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Spanish Cauliflower Rice



This cauliflower Spanish rice is a twist on traditional paella, with a blend of flavors like paprika, saffron, onions, garlic, and red peppers cooked down into a caramelized sofrito. It's a satisfying and balanced main dish that's grain-free, gluten-free, and perfect for paleo and Whole30 diets.





What Is Sofrito?



Sofrito is a key element in Mediterranean, Latin American, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese cuisine. It consists of aromatic ingredients like onions, garlic, and other vegetables sautéed in oil to create a flavorful base for dishes like paella and this Spanish cauliflower rice.





Ingredients For Spanish Cauli Rice



Check out the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below.




  • Cauliflower rice: Use fresh or store-bought cauliflower rice.

  • Protein: Chorizo, chicken, and shrimp.

  • For sofrito: Olive oil, onions, garlic, red peppers, spices, wine, stock, and tomato paste.

  • Plus: Salt, pepper, lemon juice, and green onions.





How To Make Spanish Cauliflower Rice




  • Prep the cauliflower: Chop or process cauliflower into rice-like crumbs.

  • Prepare all ingredients before cooking.






  • Step 1: Cook chorizo, then prawns, and chicken.

  • Step 2: Saute onions, peppers, and spices.

  • Step 3: Add wine, tomato paste, and stock.

  • Step 4: Mix in cauliflower rice and cooked meats.

  • Step 5: Add prawns and lemon juice.





Nutrition Notes



This Spanish cauliflower rice is nutrient-dense, high in protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. It's a balanced and healthy meal that fits various dietary preferences.



Nutrition Per Serving: 499 calories, 19.9g carbs, 6.1g fiber, 38.4g protein, 28.7g fat.



Storage, Freezing & Reheating




  • Store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

  • Freeze for up to 3 months and reheat thoroughly before serving.




Learn how to make this delicious Spanish Cauliflower Rice with shrimp, chicken, and chorizo. This flavorful and healthy dish is perfect for a grain-free, low-carb dinner.







Calories: 330 kcal | Carbs: 8g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 303mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1878 IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg







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