Shrimp and Grits

This easy and delicious Shrimp and Grits recipe is perfect for a quick, creamy, and satisfying meal. With tender shrimp and cheesy, buttery grits, it’s a comforting dish that can be made with simple, everyday ingredients. Plus, it’s a great way to impress your guests with a Southern classic!

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 liter water
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 170g stone-ground grits
• 42g butter
• 225g shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 450g shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 15ml lemon juice
• 30g chopped parsley
• 90g thinly sliced scallions
• 1 large clove garlic, minced

How To Make Shrimp and Grits Recipe?

1. Cook Grits: Boil water, add salt and pepper. Stir in grits, cook for 20-25 minutes, then mix in butter and cheese.
2. Cook Bacon: Fry bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain.
3. Cook Shrimp: In the bacon grease, cook shrimp until pink (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Add Flavor: Stir in lemon juice, bacon, parsley, scallions, and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes.
5. Serve: Spoon grits into a bowl, top with shrimp mixture, and serve.

Recipe Tips:

• Use stone-ground grits: They give a creamy, hearty texture, making the dish more flavorful than instant grits.
• Don’t overcook the shrimp: Cook shrimp only until they turn pink to avoid them becoming tough and rubbery.
• Crisp the bacon well: The crispy bacon adds a nice crunch and smoky flavor to the dish.
• Add cheese gradually: Stir in the cheese slowly for a smoother, creamier texture in the grits.
• Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor, giving the shrimp a bright, zesty kick.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftovers cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Reheat: Heat on low, adding a bit of water or broth to loosen the grits.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Total Fat: 8.0 g
• Saturated Fat: 4.0 g
• Cholesterol: 151.0 mg
• Sodium: 280.0 mg
• Potassium: 473.0 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 31.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.0 g
• Sugars: 1.0 g
• Protein: 22.0 g

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Shrimp and Grits

Author: Mohamed Shili Cooking Method:Stovetop Cuisine:Southern Courses:Dinner Recipe Keys: S Shrimp and Grits

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 30 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 40 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:280 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

This easy and delicious Shrimp and Grits recipe is perfect for a quick, creamy, and satisfying meal. With tender shrimp and cheesy, buttery grits, it’s a comforting dish that can be made with simple, everyday ingredients. Plus, it’s a great way to impress your guests with a Southern classic!

Ingredients

• 1 liter water
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 170g stone-ground grits
• 42g butter
• 225g shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 450g shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 slices bacon, chopped
• 15ml lemon juice
• 30g chopped parsley
• 90g thinly sliced scallions
• 1 large clove garlic, minced

Instructions

1. Cook Grits: Boil water, add salt and pepper. Stir in grits, cook for 20-25 minutes, then mix in butter and cheese.
2. Cook Bacon: Fry bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain.
3. Cook Shrimp: In the bacon grease, cook shrimp until pink (about 2-3 minutes).
4. Add Flavor: Stir in lemon juice, bacon, parsley, scallions, and garlic. Cook for 3 minutes.
5. Serve: Spoon grits into a bowl, top with shrimp mixture, and serve.

Notes

• Use stone-ground grits: They give a creamy, hearty texture, making the dish more flavorful than instant grits.
• Don’t overcook the shrimp: Cook shrimp only until they turn pink to avoid them becoming tough and rubbery.
• Crisp the bacon well: The crispy bacon adds a nice crunch and smoky flavor to the dish.
• Add cheese gradually: Stir in the cheese slowly for a smoother, creamier texture in the grits.
• Use fresh lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor, giving the shrimp a bright, zesty kick.

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