Description
A low-carb reimagining of the Southern classic, featuring creamy cauliflower grits and seared garlic shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Steam cauliflower florets until very soft (about 10-12 minutes).
- Place cooked cauliflower in a blender with heavy cream and blend until completely smooth.
- Pour the puree into a saucepan over low heat; stir in 2 tbsp butter and parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season shrimp with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Melt remaining butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear shrimp for 2 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp, add minced garlic to the pan for 30 seconds, and stir in a teaspoon of cream to make a sauce.
- Spoon grits into bowls and top with shrimp and garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American