Keto Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Stuffed Cabbage

Here’s a bold, low-carb Southern-inspired dish packed with flavor and protein.

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 Keto Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Stuffed Cabbage

 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the cabbage:

• 1 large green cabbage

• 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)

For the filling:

• ½ lb raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped

• ½ lb smoked sausage (andouille works great), diced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen, thawed & drained)

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the sauce (optional but recommended):

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ¼ cup chicken broth

• ¼ tsp Cajun seasoning

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan

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 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Cabbage

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2. Remove core from cabbage.

3. Carefully place cabbage in boiling water and cook 3–5 minutes.

4. Peel off softened outer leaves as they loosen.

5. Set leaves aside to cool and pat dry.

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2️⃣ Make the Filling

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2. Cook sausage until browned. Remove excess grease if needed.

3. Add onion and cook until soft (3–4 minutes).

4. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.

5. Add shrimp, Cajun seasoning, and paprika. Cook just until shrimp turn pink (2–3 minutes).

6. Stir in cauliflower rice and cook 2–3 minutes to remove moisture.

7. Reduce heat to low and mix in cream cheese and mozzarella until creamy.

8. Remove from heat and stir in parsley.

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3️⃣ Assemble

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Trim thick rib from cabbage leaves if needed.

3. Spoon 2–3 tablespoons filling into each leaf.

4. Fold sides in and roll tightly.

5. Place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.

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4️⃣ Make the Sauce (Optional)

1. Whisk heavy cream, broth, Cajun seasoning, and Parmesan together.

2. Pour lightly over cabbage rolls.

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5️⃣ Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 20–25 minutes, until heated through and bubbly.

• Broil 2–3 minutes for a lightly golden top if desired.

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 Serving Ideas

• Top with extra parsley

• Add a drizzle of spicy mayo (mayo + hot sauce)

• Serve with a simple side salad

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 Approximate Macros (per serving, without sauce)

• Calories: ~380

• Carbs: ~6–8g net

• Protein: ~28g

• Fat: ~28g