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    Home » Keto Recipes » Quick Keto Dinners

    Published: Oct 8, 2019 · by: Jennifer Banz · This post may contain affiliate links

    Keto Shrimp and Cheesy Grits

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    Keto Shrimp and Cheesy Grits is the cheesy buttery flavor we love from the traditional southern shrimp and grits recipe without all the carbs! Now you can make this old classic right in your keto kitchen in just 30 minutes! With it's tender shrimp, cheesy cauliflower grits, and savory bacon...so much flavor packed into one bowl!

    keto shrimp and cheesy grits in black bowls

    Keto Shrimp and Grits...so much cheesy, buttery flavor packed into one bowl!

    Now with some healthy substitutions my keto/low carb family can enjoy this southern classic!

    Let's get started!

    HOW TO MAKE KETO SHRIMP AND CHEESY GRITS

    First. Pulse the cooked cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles grits consistency.  I like to use frozen cauliflower rice that can be steamed in the bag.  You could use fresh cauliflower that would need to be steamed as well.

    cauliflower in food processor

    Dump the cauliflower in a sauce pan and add in the butter, heavy cream and cheddar cheese.

    Start to melt the cheese and butter.

    The grits will be nice and creamy.

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    ingredients keto shrimp cauliflower rice ingredients

    In large skillet over medium high heat cook the bacon until crisp.

    Drain on a paper towels and set aside to cool.

    Crumble when cooled.

    Now in the same skillet used to cook the bacon, reduce the heat to medium and add in the shrimp and garlic.

    Cook the shrimp on both sides until pink opaque.

    Top with the chopped parsley.

    keto shrimp in a skillet

    To serve the keto shrimp and grits, spoon grits into bowls and top with the shrimp and bacon.

    Same great classic flavor we love now keto style! Yummy!

    keto shrimp and grits in a glass bowl

    Like this keto/low carb dinner recipe? Check out my recipes for One Pot Keto Butter Chicken, Spaghetti Squash Pad Thai with Shrimp or Egg Roll in a bowl with Shrimp and Pork!

    ⭐ Did you make this Keto Shrimp and Cheesy Grits Recipe?  Tag me on Instagram so I can see! @lowcarbwithjennifer

    keto shrimp and grits in a glass bowl

    Keto Shrimp and Cheesy Grits

    Keto Shrimp and Cheesy Grits is the cheesy buttery flavor we love from the traditional southern shrimp and grits recipe without all the carbs! Now you can make this old classic right in your keto kitchen in just 30 minutes! With it's tender shrimp, cheesy cauliflower grits, and savory bacon...so much flavor packed into one bowl!
    8 Net Carbs
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 390
    Author: Jennifer Banz

    Ingredients

    • 2 12 ounce Bags frozen cauliflower, cooked according to package directions
    • 3 Tablespoons Butter
    • ½ Cup Heavy cream
    • 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese
    • 4 Slices bacon
    • 1 Pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
    • 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
    • 2 Tablespoons Chopped parsley
    • Kosher salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Pulse the cooked cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles grits consistency.
    • Dump the cauliflower in a sauce pan and add in the butter, heavy cream and cheddar cheese.
    • Start to melt the cheddar cheese and butter.
    • The grits will be nice and creamy.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • In a large skillet over medium high heat, cook the bacon until crisp.
    • Drain on papertowels and set aside to cool. Crumble when cooled and set aside.
    • In the same skillet used to cook the bacon, reduce the heat to medium and add in the shrimp and garlic.
    • Cook the shrimp on both sides until pink and opaque. Top with the chopped parsley.
    • To serve, spoon grits into bowls and top with the shrimp and bacon.
    Servings: 4

    Nutrition per serving

    Serving: 4 | Calories: 390 | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g

    Nutrition is provided as a courtesy only. Please re-calculate on your own with the ingredients and amounts you used for the most accurate data.

    Watch how to make it

    Keyword :30 minute meal, cauliflower recipe, gluten free, keto dinner recipe, recipe for keto shrimp and grits

     

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    1. Mary B. says

      January 11, 2023 at 10:54 pm

      5 stars
      Tonight, I made the version of this that is inlcuded in your cookbook. It was outstanding and I look forward to making this version as well. I used to love grits before keto, and I can't believe how close these are!!

      Reply
    2. Pam says

      September 07, 2022 at 10:21 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely loved this dish.will definitely make again

      Reply
    3. Linda Smith says

      February 25, 2022 at 5:32 pm

      5 stars
      Made this for dinner tonight... delicious and easy!

      Reply
    4. Kym says

      February 07, 2022 at 10:14 am

      5 stars
      I made this dish last night. My father had it for breakfast & thought it was grits and I didn't say a word. He said it was delicious. Since I've had covid-19, I didn't get my taste buds back yet. So he's my tester

      Reply
    5. Shannon says

      May 11, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      I made this last night and my husband said "this is a keeper!!". It was delicious.

      Reply
    6. Lori says

      February 21, 2021 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      We loved this recipe so much...the creamy grits and spicy shrimp. We were amazed at how good the cauliflower grits were. Perfect flavour and texture. Another great recipe Jennifer 😋

      Reply
    7. Katherine Lockwood says

      January 11, 2021 at 7:23 pm

      Made this for dinner
      Tonight and it was so yummy. Bacon just
      Makes everything better!!

      Thanks Jennifer

      Reply
    8. Christi says

      October 25, 2020 at 9:03 am

      Can you use frozen riced cauliflower for this? Would I still need to blend it?

      Reply
      • jenniferbanz says

        October 26, 2020 at 10:36 am

        Yes, you wouldn't need to blend it

        Reply
    9. Samantha says

      July 11, 2020 at 12:00 am

      4 stars
      Made this tonight and totally loved it... yum!
      My hubs n kids hate cauliflower. I didn't tell them that's what it was and no one even mentioned it. "This is good, Ma". How is that possible?
      Next time I'll add a little cajun spice to the shrimp. Otherwise perfect, Imo.
      Thanks Jennifer!

      Reply

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