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Home » Recipes » Sweet and Spicy Shrimp w/ Cheese Cauliflower “Grits” and Garlic Kale

Sweet and Spicy Shrimp w/ Cheese Cauliflower “Grits” and Garlic Kale

Last Updated April 21, 2020. Published August 9, 2018 By Davinah

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Sweet and Spicy shrimp with Cheese Cauliflower “grits” and garlic kale in a white bowlA few months ago, I had the most amazing dish from Martha & Marley Spoon: Spicy Honey Shrimp with Garlicky Kale & Grits. It was slightly sweet, had a little kick as well as some thoroughly seasoning grits! Considering its awesomeness, my husband and I were wanting to have it again. The only problem was that even though the dish was a clean eat (filled with real food like Shrimp, honey, and quick grits), it was not keto or low-carb. After making the Carne Asada Bowl spice mix, I realized that I could use it to replicate the Martha & Marley dish in a way that reduced carbs and was keto-friendly. I provide a recipe for each part, but you can feel free to use the grits, shrimp or kale with other dishes.

What is a keto-friendly substitute for grains?

Grits, like rice, are a grain so they are not a good option for those following the ketogenic or paleo lifestyles. One way that I substitute grains like grits is to use cauliflower rice. I prefer to use cauliflower rice that I purchase from the store because it saves me time on busy days. You can also make cauliflower rice with a grater or food processor using a how-to recipe like this one.

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Sweet & Spicy Shrimp with Cheese Cauliflower Grits and Garlic Kale in a white bowl

Sweet & Spicy Shrimp w/ Cheese Cauliflower Grits & Garlic Kale

Keto-friendly and low-carb recipe for a variation on shrimp and grits.
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 30 mins
Ready in: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Servings: 4
Calories: 596kcal
Author: Davinah
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Ingredients

Cheese Cauliflower Grits

  • 16 oz Cauliflower Rice, ~4 cups
  • 1 cup Organic Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 oz Cream Cheese
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp Natural Ancient Sea Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Dried Chives
  • 1/2 cup mild cheddar cheese, grated

Sweet & Spicy Shrimp

  • 1 lb Shrimp
  • 1 tbsp sugar-free carne asada spice mix
  • 2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning
  • 2 tsp Honest Syrup, Caramel - use DRDAVINAHS for 10% off!
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 3 Green Onion, chopped (optional)

Garlic Kale

  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 cups kale
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1/4 tsp Natural Ancient Sea Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Create the spice mix for the shrimp by combining the Carne Asada mix and Old Bay
  • Use a paper towel to pat the shrimp dry
  • Dump all but 1/2 tsp of spice mix on to the shrimp and mix. You'll use the rest as a garnish.
  • Heat a large skillet (12 in.) over medium high heat for the cauliflower grits
  • Add heavy cream, chicken stock, cream cheese, butter, salt, black pepper, and chives to the pan. Whisk together until cream cheese is melted (~4 minutes)
  • Add cauliflower rice to the pan and cook in sauce until tender (6-8 minutes was enough for me, but I'd check at 5 minute intervals)
  • Heat another skillet (10 in.) over medium high heat for the shrimp
  • Add seasoned shrimp and green onions (if using). Cook (undisturbed) until one side of the shrimp is pink (~2 minutes)
  • Mix in butter and Caramel sauce. Cook for an additional minute or two. Turn off heat and set aside.
  • Heat a small skillet (8 in.) over medium high heat for the kale
  • Add kale, butter, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Sauté until the kale is tender (~5 minutes). Add more salt, pepper or even a squeeze of lemon if you'd like.

Nutrition Details

Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 27g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 427mg | Sodium: 1956mg | Potassium: 732mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4985IU | Vitamin C: 110.3mg | Calcium: 385mg | Iron: 4.3mg

The nutrition facts come from entering the recipe ingredients into Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. They may vary for any recipe based on the exact product used. The keto sweeteners I use have 0g net carbs & are not included because sugar alcohols do not impact most people. This is provided as a courtesy, but you can do your own calculations if you wish!

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  1. Rebecca Lawyer says

    January 11, 2020 at 1:15 pm

    5 stars
    These cauliflower grits are legit my new favourite thing. My husband and I are eating them with bacon and easy over eggs right now like a hash and I had them twice this week with a sweet and spicy shrimp I made. Unreal. Thank you so much for this incredible idea and recipe!

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