Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMercy KitchenShrimp And Gritz Recipe

Shrimp And Gritz Recipe

Inspired by Mercy Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

Gulf shrimp, polenta, smoked sausage

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Grains

Dairy

Liquid

Method

Prepare Polenta

  1. 1

    Cook Chicken Broth

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add Polenta

    Slowly whisk in 1 cup of polenta, reducing the heat to low. Stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

  3. 3

    Simmer

    Continue to cook the polenta on low heat, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes, or until thickened.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Butter and Cheese

    Once the polenta is thick, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cook Shrimp and Sausage

  1. 5

    Sauté Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the sliced smoked sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned.

  2. 6

    Add Aromatics

    Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  3. 7

    Cook Shrimp

    Add the peeled and deveined Gulf shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  4. 8

    Garnish

    Stir in the chopped green onions and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Spoon the creamy polenta onto plates and top with the shrimp and sausage mixture. Serve immediately while hot.

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