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Spicy Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

Spicy Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

Low-carb version of Southern shrimp and grits

💪 High Protein
🥗 Low Carb
✓ Diabetes Friendly

40m

Total

300

Calories

30g

Protein

4

Servings

Nutrition Information

12g

Carbs

4g

Fiber

8g

Net Carbs

15g

Fat

Blood Sugar Impact

Glycemic Index (GI)

Low

30

Absorption speed

Glycemic Load (GL)

Low

2

Total impact per serving

💡 GI measures absorption SPEED, GL measures TOTAL IMPACT on your blood sugar.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 4 cups Cauliflower rice
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar
  • 4 tbsp Butter (divided)
  • 5 cloves Garlic (minced, divided)
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 4 Green onions (sliced)
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make cauliflower grits: In a large saucepan, combine cauliflower rice, heavy cream, and chicken broth

  2. 2

    Bring to a simmer over medium heat

  3. 3

    Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, until cauliflower is very tender

  4. 4

    Stir in shredded cheddar and 2 tbsp butter until melted and creamy

  5. 5

    Season with salt and pepper, keep warm on low heat

  6. 6

    Season shrimp with 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

  7. 7

    Heat remaining 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat

  8. 8

    Add half the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds

  9. 9

    Add shrimp in a single layer

  10. 10

    Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque

  11. 11

    Remove shrimp to a plate

  12. 12

    Add remaining garlic and remaining Cajun seasoning to pan

  13. 13

    Add lemon juice and cook for 30 seconds

  14. 14

    Return shrimp to pan and toss in the sauce

  15. 15

    Divide cauliflower grits among 4 bowls

  16. 16

    Top with Cajun shrimp

  17. 17

    Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot

💡 Tips

  • •Don't overcook shrimp - they cook very fast
  • •Can use frozen cauliflower rice to save time
  • •Adjust Cajun seasoning for spice preference
  • •Add crispy bacon for extra Southern flavor