Shrimp And Grits Recipe
Creamy grits topped with sautéed shrimp.
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Ingredients
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Grits
Shrimp
Method
Prepare Grits
- 1
Boil Water
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt.
- 2
Add Grits
Slowly whisk in 1 cup of grits, reduce heat to low, and cover. Let it cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- 3
Finish Grits
Once the grits are thick, stir in 2 tbs of butter and 1 cup of heavy cream. Mix well until creamy, then incorporate 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Keep warm until ready to serve.
Sauté Shrimp
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tbs of olive oil over medium heat.
- 5
Cook Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Shrimp
Add 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 tsp of paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Sauté Shrimp
Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through.
- 8
Finish with Lemon
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with 1 tbs of lemon juice. Add 1 tbs of chopped green onions and toss to combine.
