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Carolina Shrimp & Grits

A classic Southern dish featuring creamy grits topped with sautéed shrimp in a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Grits
  • 1 cup stone-ground grits preferably white or yellow
  • 4 cups water or chicken broth for more flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional, for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Grits
  1. In a saucepan, bring water (or broth) to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and cheese (if using) until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.
Cook the Shrimp
  1. In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings.
  2. In the same skillet, add olive oil, then sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  3. Add the shrimp and cajun seasoning, cooking until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cooked bacon and mix well.
Serve
  1. Spoon the creamy grits onto plates and top with the shrimp mixture.
  2. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For a spicier version, add hot sauce to the shrimp mixture before serving.

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