Description
Shrimp and grits is a classic Southern dish that brings together succulent shrimp and creamy, buttery grits in a delightful combination of flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners or brunch gatherings, this recipe is as simple as it is indulgent. With its rich texture and zesty kick, shrimp and grits is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Grits: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of grits, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes.
- Cook the Shrimp: In another pan, melt 3 tbsp of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for one minute. Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp turn pink (3 to 5 minutes).
- Whip Up the Creamy Mixture: Once the grits have thickened, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble Your Dish: Spoon the creamy grits into bowls, top with sautéed shrimp, and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg