Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and Grits serves sauteed shrimp over savory, cheesy grits. Part of a #FestiveFoodies recipes for Mardi Gras event!

Thanks to Heather from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks for hosting our Mardi Gras! Remember to scroll down to the end to get even more Mardi Gras recipes!

Grits make a tasty alternative to mashed potatoes or rice as a side dish. I cook mine in chicken stock for a boost of flavor. Grits are also gluten free!
Shrimp and Grits is definitely a southern dish. This northerner doesn’t pretend to make an authentic New Orleans style recipe.
I’m not a big hot sauce fan so I made adding hot sauce optional. I’ll suggest if you like it spicy, you can add your hot sauce choice to the shrimp before topping the grits.

The nicest thing about this is it easy to customize. I love recipes like that!

I prefer using all Parmesan cheese, but mixing it up is great too. I use quick cook grits since shrimp cook fast and your entire meal is ready in under 20 minutes.

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Shrimp and Grits

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 2 servings

Serving Size: 1 each

Ingredients

• 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup green onions thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay or similar seafood seasoning
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons white wine
grits
• 1/2 cup quick cook grits
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Season shrimp with seafood seasoning. Saute shrimp and onions in oil until pink and tender. Deglaze pan with stock and wine.
• While shrimp cooks, prepare grits. Bring milk, stock and butter to a boil. Add grits. Reduce heat, stirring occasionally until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese, salt and pepper.
• Portion grits and top with shrimp.

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