Low Carb Cajun Shrimp and Grits.

Yield: 1 Serving

•      Shrimp                                                                           1 cup     

•      Avocado Oil                                                                  1 tbsp

•      Cajun Seasoning                                                          ½ tbsp

   

•      Broccoli                                                                         2 cups

•      Avocado Oil                                                                  1 tbsp

•      Salt                                                                                 1 tsp

•      Pepper                                                                           1 tsp

•      Granulated Garlic                                                        1 tbsp

   

•      Cauliflower Florets                                                      ½ Head

•      Avocado Oil                                                                  1 tbsp

•      Garlic Cloves (Sliced)                                                  1 ½ tbsp

•      Shallots (Diced)                                                            3 tbsp

•      Chicken Broth                                                              1 cup

•      Vegan Cream Cheese                                                 6 oz

•      Corn Starch Slurry                                                       2 tbsp

•      Monterey Jack Cheese or Vegan Mozzarella         ½ cup

•      Salt                                                                                To Taste

•      Pepper                                                                          To Taste

•       Chives                                                                           1 tbsp

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1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Toss Shrimp in a bowl with avocado oil and cajun seasoning, spread shrimp evenly on a sheet pan and bake of 15 minutes.

3. Toss Broccoli in a bowl with avocado oil and seasoning, spread evenly on a sheet pan and bake for 30 minutes.

4. While baking, add cauliflower florets to a food processor and pulse until a grit texture is formed.

5. Empty contents into a cheesecloth or a heavy-duty paper towel and squeeze as hard as possible to remove all excess water. (This is an important step to remove all excess water from cauliflower to prevent soggy grits.)

6. Add avocado oil, garlic, and onions to a pan on low to medium heat. Let caramelize for 3 minutes.

7. Increase heat to medium, then add chicken broth and vegan cream cheese. Whisk till smooth.

8. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and a dash of cold water together to create a slurry.

9. Add slurry to the pot and whisk until the sauce begins to thicken.

10. Bring to a simmer and add cauliflower grits, stir and reduce heat.

11. Add grated cheese and season to taste.

12. Plate, Garnish with Chives and Enjoy!