Description
Shrimp and grits is a soul-warming Southern classic that blends the creaminess of buttery grits with perfectly sautéed shrimp in a flavorful sauce. This dish is not just comfort food; it’s an experience filled with rich flavors, making it ideal for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. With fresh garlic, a hint of spice, and vibrant green onions, each bite transports you to a cozy Southern kitchen. Simple to prepare yet impressively delicious, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the grits: In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes until creamy.
- Add butter and seasoning: Stir in 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter, salt, and pepper into the cooked grits.
- Sauté the shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add shrimp seasoned with salt and cayenne pepper; sauté until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- Finish with green onions: Stir in sliced green onions during the last minute of cooking.
- Serve: Spoon creamy grits into bowls and top with sautéed shrimp. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 210mg