Get the Recipe: Keto Shrimp and Grits
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!
Ingredients
Cauliflower Grits
- 1 small head cauliflower, about 3 cups
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3-4 tablespoons green onions for garnish
Cajun Shrimp
- 1 pound deveined, peeled shrimp
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Make the Grits:
- 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 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 make the shrimp.
Make the Shrimp:
- 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 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 cauliflower grits evenly among four bowls, top with shrimp, green onions and drizzle of the cream sauce.
Notes
- Each serving is 1 heaping cup of grits and 1/4 cup shrimp with sauce and contains 4.4 net carbs.
Serving: 1cup grits, 1/4 pound of shrimp, Calories: 401kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 28g, Cholesterol: 260mg, Sodium: 422mg, Fiber: 1.6g, Sugar: 2.4g
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