Description
Savory Southern Shrimp and Grits is a classic comfort dish that combines tender shrimp sautéed in a flavorful blend atop creamy, dreamy grits. This recipe transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary gatherings, evoking warmth and connection among family and friends. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup stone-ground corn grits
- 4 cups water (or chicken broth for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring four cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in one cup of corn grits, reduce heat to low, and cook until thickened (about 20 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in half a cup of shredded cheddar cheese and two tablespoons of butter until melted and creamy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy; remove bacon but reserve drippings.
- In the same skillet, add shrimp seasoned with cayenne pepper and paprika. Sauté until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
- Mix in the crispy bacon before layering the shrimp mixture over the cheesy grits.
- Serve with fresh parsley for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg