Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJack Fry'sShrimp & Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Jack Fry's
Time45m
Serves4

Sautéed shrimp in red eye gravy with Broadbent country ham, cremini mushrooms, and tomatoes. Served over Weisenberger grits and finished with parmesan.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp & Gravy

Grits

Method

Preparing the Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the Weisenberger grits and 1 teaspoon of salt. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes or until the grits are thick and creamy.

  2. 2

    Finish the Grits

    Once cooked, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese into the grits until well combined. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Cooking the Shrimp & Gravy

  1. 3

    Sauté the Ham and Mushrooms

    In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced Broadbent country ham and sliced cremini mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.

  2. 4

    Add Garlic and Tomatoes

    Stir in the minced garlic and diced tomatoes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.

  3. 5

    Add Shrimp and Seasoning

    Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.

  4. 6

    Add Coffee and Simmer

    Pour in the cup of strong brewed coffee. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.

Serving

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon the creamy grits onto each serving plate. Top with the sautéed shrimp and gravy. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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