Trader Joe's Edamame and Egg Fried Cauliflower Rice
A quick 15-minute high-protein stir-fry using Trader Joe's shelled edamame, fresh veggies, and cauliflower rice scrambled with eggs. Savory, deeply satisfying, and completely tofu-free.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Beth + Lila
Beth created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Whisk
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Instructions
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Next: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet…
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Heat sesame oil in a large skillet…
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) for 1 minute.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add the garlic clove
Add the garlic clove, broccoli floret, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color.
Look for: the vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color
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Push the vegetables to the outer edges…
Push the vegetables to the outer edges of the skillet to create an open space in the center.
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Crack the large eggs directly into the…
Crack the large eggs directly into the center of the skillet. Whisk gently with a spatula for 1 to 2 minutes until soft curds form and eggs are fully cooked.
Look for: soft curds form and eggs are fully cooked
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Stir in the frozen shelled edamame and…
Stir in the frozen shelled edamame and cauliflower rice with the eggs and vegetables.
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Pour the soy sauce over the stir-fry…
Pour the soy sauce over the stir-fry and toss everything together for 3 to 4 minutes until the cauliflower rice is tender and edamame is heated through.
Look for: the cauliflower rice is tender and edamame is heated through
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Remove from heat and transfer to a…
Remove from heat and transfer to a wide bowl to serve hot.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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