Scott’s Cajun Shrimp & Cheesy Grits

A Creole Journey, Keto Style (Low Carb Southern Comfort)

If you’ve ever been to Louisiana, you know food is more than food—it’s music, family, and soul served up on a plate. That’s exactly what this dish delivers: a little heat, a little sass, and a whole lotta flavor.

This version is medium heat—you’ll feel a little kick, but it won’t knock you off your chair. Of course, that’s just not how we roll. If you’re like us, you’ll probably want to kick it up a notch. Toss in ⅛ tsp cayenne, a pinch more red pepper flakes, or let Frank’s RedHot do the heavy lifting. (We don’t count shakes, but if you do—twelve is just the start!)

🎭 A Little Louisiana Story

Scott has always loved New Orleans — the food, the music, the energy that practically dances through the streets. On our first trip together, we discovered that in Louisiana, food isn’t just about eating. It’s storytelling. It’s jazz in a bowl. It’s culture simmered with butter, garlic, and spice.

Shrimp and grits were one of those dishes we couldn’t forget. Creamy, soulful, and unapologetically rich — but heavy with carbs. Fast-forward to today, and we knew we had to reimagine it. This keto version lets you savor the flavors of the South while staying true to a low-carb lifestyle.

❤️ Why We Love It

Keto-friendly comfort food – All the flavor, without the carb crash.

Protein-packed – Shrimp + cheesy cauliflower grits = a macro dream team.

Flexible heat – Mild, medium, or light-your-tongue-on-fire—it’s your call.

And the best part? You’ll swear you’re indulging in something sinful, but each serving comes in around 444 calories, 30 g protein, 34 g fat, and only 4.6 g net carbs. That means more room for, say, keto dessert later.

💡 Chef’s Tip

We’re saucy—and we like our shrimp that way too! If you want extra sauce to soak into those cheesy grits, go ahead and double the cream (½ cup instead of ¼ cup). It makes the dish extra luscious, and honestly, more sauce = more happiness.  You’ll likely want more of the other sauce ingredients to keep the bold flavor.

🧄 Ingredients

Food should be fun, flavorful, and maybe a little cheeky. These Cajun shrimp and cheesy cauliflower grits prove you can take a Creole journey, keep it keto, and never miss the carbs. So grab your shrimp, crank up some jazz, and let the good times roll—right in your kitchen. 🎷✨

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Final Reflection

We believe comfort food can be clean, creative, and healing. This dish reminded us how much flavor doesn’t need to be complicated — it just needs to be real.
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 Kristy
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