Cajun Shrimp Gumbo

Cajun Shrimp Gumbo is a rich and flavorful soup that brings the taste of Louisiana right to your kitchen. This keto-friendly version features succulent shrimp and a medley of spices, all while keeping carbs low and flavor high.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Cauliflower rice - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Diced tomatoes - 100 grams, canned
• Bay leaf - 1
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and thyme, stirring well to coat the vegetables.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
5. Once simmering, add the cauliflower rice and cook for 5 minutes until tender.
6. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 185 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for keto diets.

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