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Creamy Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

Creamy Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

Listen, a bowl full of this Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits is the epitome of cozy-deliciousness, peeps. It starts with cheese grits that simmer low and slow until smooth and creamy, with plump shrimp and andouille basking in a rich gravy. You’ll enjoy the flavor and richness of the coastal Lowcountry region here. This delectable shrimp and grits recipe is super versatile and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Ingredients

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  • 3 ½ cups water, plus more as needed
  • 1 cup chicken broth or stock
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 cup grits (not instant grits)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ⅓ cup half and half
  • ½ – 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Creole Cajun Seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 6 ounces turkey andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 stalk of celery, finely diced
  • 6 cloves of garlic, pressed or finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cup chicken broth or stock
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  1. Step: In a large saucepan, bring the water, chicken broth/stock, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Step: Gradually whisk in the grits, a little at a time to prevent clumping, stirring well until blended.
  3. Step: Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan.
  4. Step: Let the grits slowly cook and simmer, going back to the pot often to whisk the grits to prevent lumps, until tender- about 30 minutes.
  5. Step: Remove the grits from the heat.
  6. Step: Stir in the butter, half and half, ½ cup of cheddar cheese, and white pepper until thoroughly combined.
  7. Step: Keep the grits warm on the lowest setting while you make the creamy shrimp gravy.
  8. Step: In a large bowl, add the shrimp and sprinkle with the Creole Cajun seasoning and white pepper.
  9. Step: Toss shrimp with seasonings to fully coat and then set aside to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Step: In a large skillet, melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  11. Step: Working in batches, add the shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 1-2 minutes until opaque and slightly pink in color.
  12. Step: Flip the shrimp onto the other side and continue cooking for 1 minute.
  13. Step: Use a slotted utensil to transfer the sautéed shrimp to a clean plate and set aside.
  14. Step: Add the turkey andouille into the skillet and cook just until golden brown and slightly crisp on both sides, about 2-3 minutes.
  15. Step: Use a slotted utensil to transfer the turkey andouille to the plate with the shrimp.
  16. Step: Add the remaining two tablespoons of butter into the skillet.
  17. Step: Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and celery.
  18. Step: Sauté the veggies until tender and golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
  19. Step: Stir in the garlic and continue cooking until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  20. Step: Sprinkle in the flour and stir with the veggie mixture, tossing well to cook out the flour, about 1 minute.
  21. Step: Gradually stir in the chicken broth/stock, stirring well to fully combine.
  22. Step: Let broth/stock simmer for 1 minute until all flour has dissipated.
  23. Step: Stir in the heavy cream and cook, stirring, until the gravy is smooth and thick, about 2-3 minutes.
  24. Step: Add the sautéed shrimp and turkey andouille back into the skillet along with any residual juices, and toss well to coat in the gravy.
  25. Step: Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes for the flavors to meld.
  26. Step: Stir in the chopped parsley.
  27. Step: Divide the warm grits evenly among serving bowls.
  28. Step: Top grits with an even amount of the shrimp gravy.

Notes

Gluten-free needs? Swap the all-purpose flour for any gluten-free flour as a 1:1 ratio.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 710 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 1820 mg
  • Fat: 36 g
  • Saturated Fat: 21 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 54 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 41 g
  • Cholesterol: 205 mg

Keywords: Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits, Southern Breakfast, Creamy Grits, Shrimp Gravy, Turkey Andouille

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