Description
Shrimp and Grits Delight is a flavorful dish combining creamy grits with succulent shrimp, bacon, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound large 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)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are thick and creamy. Stir in the cheddar cheese and butter until melted and well combined. Remove from heat and 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 olive oil and heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cooked bacon, mixing well. Remove from heat.
- To serve, spoon a generous portion of grits onto each plate and top with the shrimp mixture. Garnish with chopped green onions.
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: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg