cauliflower grits

This decadent Keto Shrimp and Grits recipe pairs cajun spiced shrimp with a flavorful sauce served over cheesy and creamy low carb cauliflower “grits” to keep your waistline in check.  This rich Southern favorite proves that eating healthier can still be indulgent.

Keto Shrimp and Grits Recipe

bacon

salted butter

onion (finely diced)

shrimp

paprika

tbsp minced garlic

chicken stock

lemon juice

heavy whipping cream

tsp chicken bouillon seasoning (start with

parsley

oz frozen mashed cauliflower (2 packages)

cheddar cheese

parmesan cheese

tbsp heavy whipping cream

garlic powder (can go up to 1/2 tsp)

Add bacon to large pan over medium heat and fry until golden brown.  Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels leaving the drippings in the pan.

Add butter to drippings and allow to melt then saute onions until tender.

While onions saute, season shrimp with cajun seasoning and toss in seasoning then set aside.

Next add garlic and saute for about 30 seconds.

Finally add shrimp to pan and cook only about 1 ½- 2 minutes per side then remove.

Add chicken stock and lemon juice and deglaze pan getting up all of the flavor that is stuck to the bottom of the pan.

Next stir in whipping cream then add chicken bouillon seasoning and additional cajun seasoning to taste.  The color of the sauce should be somewhat orangey from the seasonings.

Bring your heat to medium low and allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for about 10 minutes.  If still not thick enough for your preference, add a bit of flour or cornstarch to the sauce to thicken quicker.  Allow it to cook for an additional minute or so then turn off heat.

Stir back in the shrimp and coat with sauce.  Next sprinkle bacon and parsley on top.

For the Shrimp

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For the &quot;Grits&quot;

Spoon grits into a bowl then ladle shrimp and sauce over top and sprinkle with parsley and serve.

To Serve Shrimp and Grits

Perfectly creamy, rich, buttery and cheesy, these Cauliflower grits will rock your world if you are keto, paleo or Whole 30!  You will never guess these are low carb keto grits!

Cauliflower Grits

oz frozen cauliflower mashed potatoes (2 (12 oz) each packages)

cheddar cheese (we use mild

garlic powder (feel free to go up

Cook mashed cauliflower in the microwave according to the package.

Add contents to a bowl then whisk in butter, both cheeses, heavy cream, garlic powder and salt and pepper to taste.

This cheesy Keto Shrimp and Grits recipe is the ultimate low carb comfort food! At under 5 net carbs per serving this will be a new favorite!

Keto Shrimp and Grits

cauliflower (about 3 cups)

chicken broth

cream cheese

cheddar

butter

salt

pepper

onions

deveined, shrimp

garlic

Italian seasoning

onion powder

garlic powder

red pepper

butter, divided

heavy cream

In a medium to large size stock pan,...

In a medium to large size stock pan, add the cauliflower florets and chicken broth simmer over medium to medium high heat until they are tender.

Once the cauliflower is tender, drain off the...

Once the cauliflower is tender, drain off the remaining broth and add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, butter, salt and pepper and mash until it resembles the texture of grits.

Cover the grits to keep warm while you...

Cover the grits to keep warm while you make the shrimp.

Heat a large skillet to medium heat, melt...

Heat a large skillet to medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter, add garlic and the raw, shelled shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the cajun spices over the shrimp. Stir well so it is evenly coated.

Cook the shrimp 3-4 minutes and when it...

Cook the shrimp 3-4 minutes and when it is pink and tender add the butter and heavy cream to the skillet and stir to form the creamy sauce. 

To assemble your shrimp and grits, divide the...

To assemble your shrimp and grits, divide the cauliflower grits evenly among four bowls, top with shrimp, green onions and drizzle of the cream sauce. 

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