Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the Grits

For the Shrimp

Method

Preparing the Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Stir in 1 cup of grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until thickened.

  2. 2

    Add Milk and Seasoning

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well until creamy.

  3. 3

    Stir in Cheese

    Remove from heat and stir in 0.5 cups of cheddar cheese until melted and fully combined.

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 4

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 5

    Season the Shrimp

    Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning over the shrimp and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  3. 6

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the shrimp. Toss to combine.

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