Bbq Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Cooking Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the Grits

   In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Once cooked, stir in the shredded yellow cheddar until melted and smooth.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

3. 3

   Sauté the Shrimp

   In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Season with black pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Add BBQ Sauce

   Pour in the bourbon BBQ sauce and stir to coat the shrimp. Allow to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

5. 5

   Assemble the Dish

   To serve, spoon a generous portion of the cheesy grits onto a plate, top with the BBQ shrimp mixture, and sprinkle with crumbled jalapeño cornbread, crispy bacon, and sliced scallions. Drizzle with rosemary honey butter before serving.