Jul 17 2026
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Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Baltimore Seafood
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Grits

Shrimp & Sauce

Method

Prepare Grits

  1. 1

    Boil Liquid

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water, 1 cup of milk, and 1/2 tsp salt to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Grits

    Slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy, about 20-25 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Butter & Cheese

    Stir in butter and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Prepare Shrimp & Sauce

  1. 4

    Cook Bacon

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.

  2. 5

    Cook Shrimp

    Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.

  3. 6

    Make Sauce

    Add butter and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, then stir in lemon juice, hot sauce (if using), and green onions. Return shrimp and bacon to the pan and toss to coat.

Assemble

  1. 7

    Spoon creamy grits into serving bowls. Top with shrimp and sauce. Garnish with additional green onions if desired and serve hot.

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