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Savory Southern Style Shrimp and Grits

Savory Southern Style Shrimp and Grits

  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

This Southern-style Shrimp and Grits recipe is a delicious delicacy that comes together quickly for a comforting weeknight meal. It features creamy, cheesy stone-ground grits topped with seared Cajun-seasoned shrimp and a rich, buttery pan sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup stone ground white grits
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup shredded white sharp cheddar
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil (for searing)
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 3 green onions, sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, fire-roasted and diced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/3 cup chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Step: Boil the 2 cups chicken stock and 2 cups water in a large saucepan. Season with salt.
  2. Step: Slowly whisk in the grits to avoid clumps. Cook on medium-low heat, whisking frequently for 5-7 minutes or until creamy.
  3. Step: Turn off the heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and the white cheddar cheese until melted. Keep warm.
  4. Step: Heat 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place shrimp in the pan and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
  5. Step: Sear the shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  6. Step: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Sauté the white parts of the green onion for 30 seconds.
  7. Step: Add minced garlic and sauté for a few seconds.
  8. Step: Add the fire-roasted red bell peppers and cook for 1 minute.
  9. Step: Stir in the smoked paprika and cook for 20 seconds.
  10. Step: Pour in 1/3 cup chicken stock, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
  11. Step: Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce, simmering until slightly thickened.
  12. Step: Reduce heat to low, add the cooked shrimp and lemon juice, and toss to coat in the sauce.
  13. Step: Serve the shrimp and gravy over a bowl of warm, cheesy grits. Garnish with the green onion tops.

Notes

Ensure you use stone-ground grits for the best authentic texture. Avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent them from becoming rubbery. Serve immediately as grits tend to thicken upon standing.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 580 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 1850 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 41 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg

Keywords: shrimp and grits, southern shrimp and grits, cheesy grits, cajun shrimp, southern comfort food

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