Description
Shrimp and grits is a beloved Southern dish that combines succulent shrimp in a savory sauce with creamy, buttery grits. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, making it an ideal choice for impressing family and friends. With its delightful balance of flavors and textures, this classic dish is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (plus extra for finishing)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook Grits: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and a pinch of salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in the grits, reduce heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until thickened. Stir in 2 tbsp butter; season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Saut? Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper; saut? until pink (3-5 minutes).
- 3. Make Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and cayenne pepper; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 4. Combine: Serve grits on plates topped with shrimp mixture, drizzling sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Saut?ing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1 cup shrimp and grits)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 250mg