Description
A flavorful recipe for Shrimp and Grits Delight, combining creamy grits with succulent shrimp and savory bacon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in the grits. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until thickened. Stir in the butter and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the olive oil and shrimp. Season with paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the cooked bacon back into the skillet and mix well.
- To serve, spoon the grits onto plates, top with the shrimp mixture, and garnish with green onions, cheddar cheese, and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the shrimp mixture.
- Substitute the shrimp with cooked chicken or sausage for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg