Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Inspired by Helen’s Restaurant

Time45m

Serves4

Creamy grits topped with sautéed shrimp and a spicy sauce.

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Ingredients

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Grits

1 cup Grits

4 cups water

1 cup Milk

2 tablespoons Butter

1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Shrimp and Sauce

1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper

1/2 cup Chicken broth

2 tablespoons ReaLemon lemon juice

1/4 cup Green onions, sliced

Method

Prepare the Grits

Cook the Grits

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the grits and salt, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add Milk and Butter

Once the grits are thick and creamy, stir in the milk, butter, black pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Prepare the Shrimp

Sauté the Shrimp

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the shrimp, cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

Make the Sauce

Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Stir to combine and let simmer for another 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Add the sliced green onions and remove from heat.

Serve

Plate the Dish

Serve the creamy grits in bowls and top with the sautéed shrimp and sauce. Garnish with additional green onions if desired.