Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCharlestonShrimp And Creamy Stone-ground Grits Recipe

Shrimp And Creamy Stone-ground Grits Recipe

Inspired by Charleston
Time50m
Serves4

Andouille Sausage, Tasso Ham

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Ingredients

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For the Grits

For the Shrimp and Sausage

Method

Prepare the Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually stir in the stone-ground grits and salt. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the grits are thick and tender, about 20-25 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Cream and Cheese

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in the heavy cream, butter, black pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined and creamy. Keep warm.

Cook the Shrimp and Sausage

  1. 3

    Sauté Sausage and Ham

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the andouille sausage and tasso ham, cooking until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Shrimp

    Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.

  3. 5

    Finish with Green Onions and Lemon Juice

    Stir in the sliced green onions and lemon juice. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon a generous portion of the creamy grits onto each plate. Top with the shrimp and sausage mixture. Serve immediately.

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