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Southern Shrimp and Cauliflower Cheese “Grits”

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This is a keto-friendly Southern Shrimp & Grits recipe that will wow! The flavors of the shrimp, chorizo & bacon create a pan sauce that is a flavor explosion. I substitute cauliflower rice for the grits that are usually included in this dish. 

Southern Shrimp & Grits is one of those comfort food combos that never gets old. The flavors of the gravy made by the shrimp, bacon, and chorizo combined with the creaminess of the grits are a flavor explosion. This Keto Southern Shrimp and Cauliflower Cheese Grits recipe is a low carb remake to the traditional dish! I will say that this recipe requires quite a bit of prep, but that it comes together pretty easily after that. Plus, there’s enough to last for more than one day.

Even though it might be tempting to make half a recipe, I’d encourage you to keep this as is and just enjoy the leftovers! 

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What is southern low carb shrimp & grits?

Traditional shrimp and grits recipes are just as you might imagine: shrimp paired with grits. In fact, I have a low carb Sweet & Spicy Shrimp & Grits recipe on the site. However, Southern Style Shrimp & Grits have a few key ingredients:

  • Bacon
  • Sausage
  • Peppers
  • Onions

The ingredients for Keto Southern Shrimp & Grits - bacon, chorizo, sausage, bacon

What is a keto alternative to grits?

This recipe actually uses a version of my Easy Cheese Cauliflower Grits recipe. I’m using cauliflower rice in place of grits. I love using cauliflower rice instead of grains to save on carbs, but also because the cauliflower rice cooks quicker than regular rice. If you enjoy cauliflower rice as much as I do, I’d recommend that you also check out this Seared Scallops and Cauliflower Risotto recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to make from start to finish!

Why does this recipe use tapioca starch?

I first made this Southern Shrimp & Cauliflower Cheese Grits dish after a round of Whole30 when I learned that Tapioca Starch was a much better alternative to corn starch.

In this recipe, it’s used as a sauce thickener. Some who are “strict keto” might omit this ingredient simply because tapioca starch is mostly carbs. However, I included it because the amount used in this recipe amounts to 1g net carb per serving. 

What are alternatives to tapioca starch?

If you would like to make this Keto Southern Shrimp & Cauliflower Grits recipe and use an alternative to tapioca starch, then I’d recommend using Unflavored Collagen Peptides or Xanthan Gum (my preferred brands are in my keto & low carb shop).

As I’ve continued in my keto journey, I’ve learned that these are a carb-free way to thicken sauces. In fact, I used Collagen Peptides as a thickener for the Keto Sweet Chili Sauce that is included in my Bang Bang Shrimp recipe.

You can use 1 scoop of Unflavored Collagen Peptides to replace the tapioca starch in this recipe. You could also use 1/2 tsp Xanthan Gum. 

Southern Shrimp & Grits in a pan

What if I don’t eat pork?

Southern Shrimp & Grits has pork in it. However, if you don’t eat pork, you can make this dish with turkey bacon and use Chicken Chorizo sausage. I typically get Chicken Chorizo sauce from the meat section in my local market. Another option is to use Chicken Andouille Sausage. 

If you love shrimp, then check out:

  • Low Carb Bang Bang Shrimp
  • Shrimp Scampi
  • Indian Shrimp Curry
  • 10 Keto Shrimp Recipes (a collection of my recipes and a few from other bloggers)
Southern Shrimp & Cauliflower Cheese Grits in a bowl

Southern Shrimp and Cauliflower Cheese Grits

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
This is a keto-friendly Southern Shrimp & Grits recipe that will wow! The flavors of the shrimp, chorizo & bacon create a pan sauce that is a flavor explosion. I substitute cauliflower rice for the grits that are usually included in this dish. 
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 579kcal
Author: Davinah S. Smith
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Ingredients

Southern Shrimp

  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Dried parsley
  • 2 lb shrimp
  • 6 slices Sugar-free Bacon regular bacon works, but I prefer sugarfree
  • 2/3 lb hot chicken chorizo sausage pork works also - remove the casing
  • 5 mini baby bell peppers chopped
  • 2 shallots chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Xanthan Gum or 2 tsp of tapioca starch, or 1 tbsp Unflavored Collagen Peptides
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or seafood broth

Cheddar Cauliflower Grits

  • 16 oz cauliflower rice
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Chives
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Instructions

Southern Shrimp

  • Make shrimp spice mix by combining the first 8 ingredients
  • Sprinkle the shrimp with the mixture and set aside
  • Heat 12-in skillet on medium heat
  • Cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and put on a plate
  • Cook chorizo in bacon drippings. Remove from pan and put on a plate with the bacon
  • Saute vegetables in the bacon and chorizo fat (~2 minutes)
  • Add xanthan gum and cook with the vegetables. A sauce will begin to form (~5 minutes)
  • Pour lemon juice, broth, bacon, chorizo and seasoned shrimp into the pan
  • Cook until shrimp is pink

Cauliflower Cheese Grits

  • Heat a skillet over medium-low heat
  • Add cream, broth, and cream cheese. Mix until the cream cheese is melted (~5 minutes)
  • Add cauliflower, butter salt, chives and pepper
  • Stir on medium-low until the cauliflower rice is tender (~5-10 minutes)
  • Add cheddar into the pan and allow it to melt

Recipe Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Southern Shrimp and Cauliflower Cheese Grits
Amount Per Serving
Calories 579 Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value*
Fat 37g57%
Saturated Fat 19g95%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 483mg161%
Sodium 2490mg104%
Potassium 546mg16%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 50g100%
Vitamin A 2015IU40%
Vitamin C 83.7mg101%
Calcium 334mg33%
Iron 4.4mg24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Nutritional DisclaimerThe nutritional information comes from Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. The nutritional information for any recipe will vary based on the exact product you use and the brand. I do not include erythritol or sugar alcohols in the final carb or net carb count as it does not have any impact on my blood glucose levels. Before starting keto or a low-carb eating plan, you should consult your doctor. I am sharing my personal experiences and none of the information included in my recipes or throughout the site should be taken as medical advice.

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