Jul 13 2026
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Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Inspired by Edley's Bar-B-Que
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the Grits

For the Shrimp

Method

Preparing the Grits

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Grits

    Once the water is boiling, slowly whisk in the corn grits. Reduce the heat to low and stir occasionally.

  3. 3

    Cook Grits

    Cook the grits for about 20-25 minutes until they are thick and creamy.

  4. 4

    Add Milk and Seasonings

    Stir in the milk, butter, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy, then remove from heat.

Cooking the Shrimp

  1. 5

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Cook Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 7

    Add Shrimp and Seasonings

    Add the shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  4. 8

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle lemon juice over the cooked shrimp. Stir to combine.

  5. 9

    Garnish

    Sprinkle sliced green onions over the shrimp before serving.

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