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Paleo Creole Shrimp with Cauliflower Grits

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Ingredients
  

For the Grits:

  • 4 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 cup organic chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup almond meal
  • 1/4 tsp. salt

For the Shrimp:

  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 large lemon
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 large onion, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tsp. Creole seasoning
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions
 

To prepare the grits:

  • Process cauliflower, in batches, in a food processor, until cauliflower resembles grits.
  • In a small saucepan, over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil; add cauliflower to pan; cook 4 minutes stirring often.
  • Stir in broth, almond meal, salt, and pepper; cook 12 minutes or until liquid is evaporated; stirring frequently.

To prepare the shrimp:

  • Grate rind from lemon; set aside.
  • Cut lemon in half; squeeze juice into a small bowl.
  • In a large non-stick skillet, over medium heat, heat 3 tablespoons oil; add onion and garlic.
  • Cook 8 minutes; stirring frequently.
  • Add shrimp, seasoning, lemon rind, and lemon juice.
  • Sauté 4 minutes or just until shrimp turns pink.
  • Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
  • Serve shrimp mixture over cauliflower grits.