Paleo Seafood Congee

Dive into a warm, comforting bowl of Paleo Seafood Congee, a nutrient-packed twist on the classic Asian rice porridge. This paleo-friendly recipe swaps traditional rice for tender cauliflower rice simmered in rich bone broth and creamy coconut milk, creating a luscious base that’s both low-carb and dairy-free. Packed with fresh seafood, including succulent shrimp, tender white fish chunks, and briny clams, it’s a true feast of ocean flavors. Aromatic ginger, fish sauce, and a splash of lime juice add layers of bright, savory depth, while fresh cilantro and green onions provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this hearty and wholesome meal is perfect for Paleo, gluten-free, and low-carb diets. Curl up with a bowl and enjoy restaurant-quality comfort food right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups cauliflower rice
• 6 cups bone broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound white fish fillet (such as cod or halibut), cut into chunks
• 12 pieces clams, cleaned
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, sliced
• 4 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced ginger and half of the green onions to the pot and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Pour in the bone broth and coconut milk, then add the cauliflower rice. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to cook until the cauliflower rice is tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the shrimp, fish fillet chunks, and clams to the pot. Season with fish sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Continue cooking until the seafood is cooked through and the clams have opened, approximately 7-10 minutes.

Step 7

Taste the congee and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Ladle the congee into bowls and garnish with the remaining green onions, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.

Step 9

Serve hot, with additional lime wedges on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3540.8 grams (3540.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1881

Total Fat 45.10g	58%
Saturated Fat 26.80g	134%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 1202mg	401%
Sodium 5802mg	252%
Total Carbohydrate 80.10g	29%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 32.30g
Protein 302.90g	606%

Vitamin D 907IU	4536%
Calcium 702mg	54%
Iron 61mg	339%
Potassium 7127mg	152%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.9%

Protein: 62.5%

Carbs: 16.5%