Description
Shrimp and Grits Delight is a creamy and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp served over cheesy grits, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grits (stone-ground preferred)
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
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 simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- Once the grits are cooked, stir in the cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and creamy. Keep warm.
- 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 minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir the cooked bacon back into the skillet with the shrimp and mix well.
- To serve, spoon the cheesy grits onto plates and top with the shrimp and bacon mixture. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, substitute half of the water with milk or cream when cooking the grits.
- Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg