Description
Shrimp and grits is a beloved Southern dish that beautifully pairs succulent shrimp with creamy, buttery grits, creating a comforting yet elegant meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe showcases vibrant flavors and textures that are sure to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can bring a taste of the South right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen shrimp (deveined)
- 1 cup stone-ground corn grits
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Grits: In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of corn grits, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until creamy, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the Shrimp: In another pan, melt 4 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute. Toss in the shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Cook until shrimp turn pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Stir additional butter into the grits for extra creaminess. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
- Serve: Spoon into bowls or plates, adding more hot sauce if desired. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 200mg