Description
Keto Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Stuffed Cabbage is a bold, spicy, low-carb twist on a comfort food favorite. Featuring smoky sausage, tender shrimp, and Cajun-seasoned vegetables wrapped in cabbage leaves, it’s grain-free, satisfying, and perfect for keto meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 head green cabbage
- ½ pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- ½ pound andouille or smoked sausage, sliced or crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar (optional)
- ½ cup sugar-free tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Carefully remove 8–10 large cabbage leaves. Blanch them in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pliable. Drain and let cool.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook until softened.
- Stir in chopped shrimp, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Optional: Stir in shredded cheese for a creamy filling.
- Lay each cabbage leaf flat, spoon filling into the center, and roll up like a burrito, folding in the sides and rolling tightly.
- Place rolls seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Spoon tomato sauce over the top if using.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, until heated through and cabbage is tender.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with extra sauce or cheese.
Notes
- Add cauliflower rice to stretch the filling.
- Increase heat with diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Swap shrimp for crab or ground chicken for variety.
- Omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese for dairy-free version.
- Freeze uncooked rolls and bake when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
