Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsTrio's Dining - RustonTrio's Shrimp + Grits Recipe

Trio's Shrimp + Grits Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Sautéed shrimp, creamy stone-ground grits, Tasso ham gravy, green onions

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Creamy Stone-Ground Grits

Tasso Ham Gravy

Method

Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare Shrimp

    In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sauté Shrimp

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Drizzle with lemon juice before removing from heat. Set aside.

Creamy Stone-Ground Grits

  1. 3

    Cook Grits

    In a medium saucepan, bring water and milk to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for 20-25 minutes until thick and creamy.

  2. 4

    Finish Grits

    Stir in butter, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy. Keep warm on low heat.

Tasso Ham Gravy

  1. 5

    Make Roux

    In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. 6

    Cook Gravy

    Add diced Tasso ham and stir well. Slowly whisk in chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. Add heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Garnish

  1. 7

    Thinly slice green onions for garnish.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Spoon a generous serving of creamy grits into a bowl or plate. Top with sautéed shrimp. Spoon Tasso ham gravy over the shrimp. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

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