Low Carb and Gluten Free Comfort Foods by Dave Smith

That’s because grits are traditionally made from corn, which has a high net carb count. Since traditional grits are not keto, most shrimp and grits dishes are not keto friendly, either. Stir in cheese and salt, then set aside.įrequently Asked Questions Are shrimp and grits keto friendly? In a dutch oven, bring cream, butter, and cauliflower to a boil over medium-high heat, then simmer the mixture until thick and creamy. Finely chop cauliflower florets in a food processor using the S blade you want it a bit finer than a regular cauliflower rice, but don’t let it get mushy. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below. This section shows how to make cauliflower grits and shrimp with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. Green Onions – Adds a pop of color and flavor! Fresh parsley would also make a perfect garnish.Garlic – Fresh garlic tastes amazing in this low carb shrimp and grits dish, but you can use jarred minced garlic as well.It also provides plenty of spice on its own, so you don’t need black pepper separately, but feel free to add some if you like.

Cajun Seasoning – You can get it store-bought, but homemade Cajun seasoning is the best! It includes paprika, garlic powder, salt, oregano, thyme, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes.

You can also use larger or smaller shrimp, but cook times will change. Medium Shrimp – I find wild-caught shrimp when possible, but any will do.Bacon – To keep it as keto-friendly as possible, try to find a sugar free variety.Cheddar is a classic choice, but you can use any keto friendly cheeses you like. Cheddar Cheese – Shred it yourself, or get it pre-shredded to save time.Any other keto milk substitute would dramatically change the flavor and texture, but coconut cream would be the closest. Heavy Cream – Makes these keto friendly grits oh-so-creamy.You can also use pre-riced cauliflower, but the texture is more authentic when using a whole head of cauliflower.

Cauliflower – Look for tightly packed florets with no browning.

You’ll need 4 tablespoons butter, which is half a stick.

Danish Creamery European Style Butter – The only butter I’d recommend for this dish! Make sure you get the salted kind, made only with high-quality cream and sea salt.

For measurements, see the recipe card below. This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for shrimp and cauliflower grits, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options.

Low Carb and Gluten Free Comfort Foods by Dave Smith