shrimp & grits

Name: Shrimp & Grits
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ## SHRIMP; 4 slice(s) bacon, diced; 1 pound(s) prawns or large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 tablespoon(s) Creole seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground Himalayan pink salt, or to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns); 2 tablespoon(s) unsalted butter; 1/2 cup(s) celery, finely chopped; 1/2 cup(s) red peppers, finely chopped; 3 large green onions, thinly sliced, white & green parts separated; 2 large cloves garlic, pressed or finely chopped; 3 tablespoon(s) unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 cup(s) low-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon(s) Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon(s) hot sauce; 1 tablespoon(s) freshly squeezed lemon juice; ## GRITS; 4 1/4 cup(s) whole milk or 2%; 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground himalayan pink salt; 1 cup(s) quick-cooking grits; 1 cup(s) grated sharp white cheddar cheese

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Francine Lizotte

Surrey South, BC

Updated on Nov 21, 2024

With flavorful ingredients, this dish is so comforting! It's another delicious 30-minute recipe to add to your folder.

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prep time 5 Min

cook time 25 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

SHRIMP
4 slices bacon, diced
1 pound prawns or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 tablespoon Creole seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground Himalayan pink salt, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (I always use mixed peppercorns)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup red peppers, finely chopped
3 large green onions, thinly sliced, white & green parts separated
2 large cloves garlic, pressed or finely chopped
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
GRITS
4 1/4 cups whole milk or 2%
1/2 teaspoon ground himalayan pink salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits
1 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese

How To Make shrimp & grits

Step 1

To make the shrimp… In a large skillet, add bacon and turn the heat to medium. Sauté until almost crispy, about 9 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

Add shrimp and sprinkle on Creole seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 1 minute or almost pink. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon and shrimp to a bowl; set aside.
Step 3

Add butter to the skillet and when melted add celery. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 4

Add red peppers and white parts of green onions; cook for 2 minutes. Quickly sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
Step 5

Add flour and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 6

Pour in broth, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until the mixture thickens.
Step 7

Meanwhile, make the grits… In a medium pot over medium heat, add milk and salt; bring to a boil. Slowly add grits, whisking continuously for 2 minutes.
Step 8

Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently until grits get thick and creamy, about 5 to 6 minutes, whisking often.
Step 9

Remove from the heat and, working in batches, add cheese. Stir until nicely combined. Cover and set aside.
Step 10

Return the bacon and shrimp back to the skillet along with any accumulated juices, making sure the shrimp are submerged. Cook for just 2 minutes, enough to warm up the proteins.
Step 11

Spoon grits into warm bowls. Top with sauce mixture and garnish with green parts of green onions.
Step 12

To view this 30-minute flavorful recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/GJSPwh6Sq_o
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