Whole30 Seafood Congee
Dive into a comforting bowl of Whole30 Seafood Congee, a nourishing twist on the traditional rice porridge. This healthy, low-carb recipe swaps out rice for cauliflower rice, simmered in rich bone broth and infused with the warm flavors of ginger, garlic, and coconut aminos. Loaded with tender shrimp and chunks of delicate white fish, this hearty dish is packed with protein and brimming with umami thanks to a hint of fish sauce. Finished with fresh scallions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime, it’s the perfect balance of brightness and depth. Ready in just 45 minutes and Whole30-compliant, this satisfying gluten-free and dairy-free recipe makes a cozy meal for any time of day. Serve it piping hot and let its soothing flavors warm your soul!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cauliflower rice
- 5 cups Bone broth
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 inch piece, sliced Ginger
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 8 ounces, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 8 ounces, cut into chunks White fish fillets
- 2 stalks, sliced Scallions
- 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 cut into wedges Lime
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing your ingredients: peel and devein the shrimp, cut the white fish into chunks, mince the garlic, slice the ginger, and chop the scallions and cilantro.
In a large pot, combine the cauliflower rice, bone broth, coconut aminos, ginger, and garlic.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce it to medium and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Add the shrimp and fish chunks into the pot. Stir well, ensuring they are submerged in the broth.
Continue to simmer for about 10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and tender.
Season the congee with fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine all flavors.
Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
Serve the congee hot, garnished with sliced scallions, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice on top.
Optionally, adjust seasoning based on preference with additional fish sauce or lime juice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.8 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 431 mg | 144% | |
| Sodium | 5712 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 134.8 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.6 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3515 mg | 75% | |
*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.
