Description
Shrimp and Grits is a comforting Southern classic that combines creamy grits with flavorful shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups corn grits, preferably stone-ground
- ¾ teaspoon salt, plus more as needed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 – 3 dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco (optional)
- Lemon wedges and cilantro for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine the chicken broth, corn grits, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the grits are creamy and fully cooked.
- Once the grits are done, remove them from the heat and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese, unsalted butter, and heavy cream until smooth and melted. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Cover to keep warm.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced green bell pepper, sliced green onions, and minced garlic, cooking for about 2 minutes until the pepper is tender.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, Cajun seasoning, and chicken broth. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are cooked through. Season with salt to taste.
- Spoon the creamy grits into bowls, top with the shrimp mixture, and sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve with hot sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Feel free to add more vegetables if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg