Description
Classic Shrimp and Grits is a quintessential Southern dish that combines creamy, stone-ground grits with succulent shrimp sautéed in a flavorful sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, delivering rich flavors and delightful textures that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Grits: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in the stone-ground grits, reduce heat to low, and stir continuously until thickened (about 20-25 minutes). Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and half a cup of cream before serving.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the remaining butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Create the Sauce: Remove shrimp from the skillet while leaving drippings behind. Pour in the remaining cream; simmer until slightly thickened (about 2 minutes). Return shrimp to the skillet.
- Serve: Spoon creamy grits onto plates, top with sautéed shrimp, and drizzle with sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating bacon or fresh herbs like parsley into the dish. - Adjust the level of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference. - Use vegetable broth instead of water for cooking grits for an extra depth of flavor.