Spicy Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by Southpark Seafood

Time40m

Serves4

Shrimp cooked with a spicy seasoning served on creamy grits.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp and Grits Ingredients

1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup Grits

4 cups Water

1 cup Heavy cream

4 tablespoons Butter

3 cloves Garlic, minced

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 bunch Green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 to taste Celtic sea salt

1 to taste black pepper

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare the Grits

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

Add Cream and Butter

Once the grits are cooked, stir in the heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.

Cook the Shrimp

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Finish the Dish

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and chopped green onions. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve

Spoon the creamy grits onto plates and top with the spicy shrimp mixture. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.