Keto-friendly Shrimp and Cauliflower Grits

Ingredients

• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Cajun seasoning (1 tablespoon)
• Green onions (2, finely chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Bacon (4 slices)
• Shrimp (1 pound, peeled and deveined)
• Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup, grated)
• Heavy cream (1/2 cup)
• Butter (2 tablespoons)
• Cauliflower (1 head, cut into florets)

Instructions

1. In a food processor, pulse the cauliflower florets until they reach a grit-like consistency.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the processed cauliflower and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until the cauliflower has softened and the mixture has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. In a separate skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Once done, remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside, keeping the rendered fat in the skillet.
5. In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the minced garlic and chopped green onions. Cook for 2 minutes, or until they become fragrant.
6. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked.
7. Plate the cauliflower grits and top with the Cajun-spiced shrimp. Garnish with the crispy bacon and serve warm.