Jul 14 2026
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Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Inspired by Southern Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

Creamy grits topped with seasoned shrimp and a savory sauce.

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Ingredients

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Grits

Shrimp and Sauce

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 1 tsp of salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grits are thick and creamy.

  2. 2

    Add Milk and Cheese

    Once the grits are cooked, stir in 1 cup of milk, 2 tbs of butter, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and black pepper to taste. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.

Cooking the Shrimp

  1. 3

    Sauté the Shrimp

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

  2. 4

    Season and Cook Shrimp

    Add the raw shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with 2 tbs of Cajun seasoning and 2 tbs of lemon juice. Cook for about 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Stir occasionally.

  3. 5

    Add Broth and Green Onions

    Pour in 0.5 cups of chicken broth and stir in 0.5 cups of chopped green onions. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Serve the Dish

    In serving bowls, spoon a generous amount of the creamy grits. Top with the seasoned shrimp and pour some of the savory sauce over the top. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.

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