Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Social Roost
Time1h
Serves4

Blackened shrimp, cheese grits, fire-roasted tomato sauce, crispy Brussels sprouts, and herb oil.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Grits

Tomato Sauce

Brussels Sprouts

Herb Oil

Method

Shrimp

  1. 1

    Season the Shrimp

    In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with Cajun seasoning until well coated.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.

Grits

  1. 3

    Cook the Grits

    In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in grits and salt, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

  2. 4

    Add Butter and Cheese

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in the butter and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust salt to taste.

Tomato Sauce

  1. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Add fire-roasted diced tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.

Brussels Sprouts

  1. 7

    Prepare Brussels Sprouts

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  2. 8

    Roast Brussels Sprouts

    Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown, shaking the pan halfway through cooking.

Herb Oil

  1. 9

    Make Herb Oil

    In a blender, combine fresh herbs and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

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