Low Carb Shrimp and Grits

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  • prep time

    prep time

    10 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    16 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    26 min

Low Carb Shrimp and Grits

7 ratings

Yum, shrimp and grits are a classic cajun dish! You can enjoy this recipe for a savory breakfast or a hot and steamy lunch. The “grits” are made from - you guessed it - cauliflower, and they’re topped with perfectly seasoned jumbo shrimp. This dish is meaty, a little fatty, and just a tad spicy!

Jessica L.

  • Net Carbs

    7.4 g

  • Fiber

    4.3 g

  • Total Carbs

    11.9 g

  • Protein

    14.7 g

  • Fats

    16.2 g

241 cals

Low Carb Shrimp and Grits

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Ingredients

  • Cauliflower, Raw

    Cauliflower, Raw

    6 ounce

  • Butter, Salted

    Butter, Salted

    ½ tablespoon

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.12 teaspoon

  • Black Pepper, Ground

    Black Pepper, Ground

    0.25 teaspoon

  • Onion Powder

    Onion Powder

    0.25 teaspoon

  • Parmesan Cheese

    Parmesan Cheese

    ⅛ cup, shredded

  • Raw Shrimp

    Raw Shrimp

    6 large

  • Salt

    Salt

    0.12 teaspoon

  • Black Pepper, Ground

    Black Pepper, Ground

    0.25 teaspoon

  • Paprika

    Paprika

    0.5 teaspoon

  • Cayenne

    Cayenne

    0.12 teaspoon

  • Garlic Powder

    Garlic Powder

    0.25 teaspoon

  • Butter, Salted

    Butter, Salted

    ½ tablespoon

  • Parsley

    Parsley

    1 teaspoon, chopped

Recipe Steps

steps 6

26 min

  • Step 1

    Chop and boil the cauliflower in a large pot of water until it is al dente. This can take up to 10 minutes.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Transfer the hot cauliflower to a food processor and discard the water. Blend the cauliflower with the first amount of salt and pepper, first amount of butter, onion powder, and parmesan cheese. Use the pulse button to avoid over blending the cauliflower into mush.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Transfer the blended “grits” to your serving dish. Set it aside momentarily. Next, de-vein and remove the tails of your shrimp. Then, combine the shrimp with all the remaining seasonings except the parsley in a bowl.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Heat a small skillet on medium-high heat and melt the final amount of butter. Then, toss in the shrimp with any spices leftover in the bowl.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are done to your liking.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Serving the shrimp over the grits. Garnish with chopped parsley, and enjoy!
    Step 6

Comments 4

  • Kzach88

    Kzach88 2 years ago

    I love this recipe. Its all the butter and cheese that make grits taste good so low carb cauliflower is spo much better than grits!

    • mmcclatchey

      mmcclatchey 5 years ago

      This was awesome!

      • kpthorpe861e

        kpthorpe861e 5 years ago

        Awesome!! So great!

        • rachelgraceking1833

          rachelgraceking1833 6 years ago

          Amazing dish! Celebrating Mardi Gras tonight with this beautiful meal!!