Shrimp And Grits Recipe
Creamy grits topped with sautéed shrimp in a savory sauce.
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Ingredients
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Grits
Shrimp
Method
Grits Preparation
- 1
Cook the Grits
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Add Corn Grits
Once the water is boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of corn grits to avoid lumps.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
- 5
Mix in Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
Shrimp Preparation
- 6
Sauté Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 7
Add Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 8
Season Shrimp
Add 1 pound of shrimp, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 9
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and cook for an additional minute.
- 10
Garnish
Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley before serving.