Jul 14 2026
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Sautéed Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Inspired by The Roof
Time45m
Serves4

topped with bacon, scallion, and cheddar cheese

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Ingredients

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For the Shrimp

For the Grits

For the Garnish

Method

Prepare the Grits

  1. 1

    Cook the Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of grits and 0.5 tsp of salt. Stir well, reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grits are thickened.

  2. 2

    Add Butter and Cheese

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

Cook the Shrimp

  1. 3

    Prepare the Bacon

    In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Shrimp

    In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add 2 tbs of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 2 tsp of minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Season and Cook Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with 1 tsp paprika, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Stir in 1 tbs of lemon juice before removing from heat.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 6

    Plate the Grits

    Spoon a generous portion of the cheesy grits onto each plate.

  2. 7

    Top with Shrimp and Garnish

    Top the grits with the sautéed shrimp, then sprinkle the crispy bacon and chopped scallions over the top.

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