Combine water, salt, flax seeds and coconut flour together in a small saucepan.
Step 2
Whisk mixture until it starts to thicken.
Step 3
Whisk egg in a small bowl, then add some of the thickened, hot mixture into the egg to temper it. Then place it all back into the saucepan.
Step 4
Whisk contents of saucepan until mixture thickens again and egg is cooked about 2 minutes. Take the grits off the heat and stir in the shredded cheese and butter until well combined. Taste and add additional salt as needed.