Shrimp & Grits recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsDarryl's Wood Fired GrillShrimp & Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

A southern delight! Tender shrimp sautéed with garlic, diced tomato, and scallions, served over a big, creamy bowl of cheesy stone ground grits, and finished in a Tasso ham gravy.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

1

Prepare the Grits

In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Slowly whisk in the stone ground grits and reduce heat to low. Stir occasionally and cook for about 20-25 minutes until the grits are thick and creamy. Add heavy cream and cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.

2

Cook the Shrimp

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add diced Tasso ham and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Then, add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.

3

Finish the Dish

Stir in the diced tomatoes and sliced scallions, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

4

Serve

Spoon the cheesy grits into bowls and ladle the shrimp mixture over the top. Garnish with additional scallions if desired.

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