Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe BistroShrimp & Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Inspired by The Bistro
Time45m
Serves4

brussels, shallots, bacon, cheese grits, smoked jalapeno butter

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Ingredients

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For the Grits

Method

For the Grits

  1. 1

    Prepare the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt, then slowly whisk in 1 cup of grits. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grits are thick and creamy.

  2. 2

    Add Butter and Cheese

    Once the grits are cooked, remove them from heat. Stir in 2 tbs of butter and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Set aside and keep warm.

For the Shrimp

  1. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In a large skillet, cook 4 slices of chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.

  2. 4

    Sauté Brussels Sprouts and Shallots

    In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add 2 tbs of olive oil. Add 2 cups of halved Brussels sprouts and 2 diced shallots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Cook the Shrimp

    Add 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Season with 1 tsp of black pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  4. 6

    Combine and Serve

    Stir in the cooked bacon and 4 tbs of smoked jalapeno butter into the skillet. Mix until everything is well combined and heated through. Serve the shrimp mixture over the prepared cheese grits.

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