Southern Shrimp and Grits
Southern Shrimp and Grits is a beloved classic that brings the heart of Southern cooking right to your table. This dish intertwines succulent shrimp, perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices, with creamy stone-ground grits that create a delightful harmony of flavors and textures. In just about 30 minutes, you can prepare this comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Topped with fresh green onions for a burst of color and flavor, this recipe is sure to impress both family and friends alike. Dive into this quick yet satisfying dish, and experience the vibrant tastes of the South in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Grits: In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits while stirring continuously. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until thickened (20-25 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and add garlic. Sauté for one minute before adding shrimp.
- Cook the Shrimp: Sauté shrimp until pink (about 3 minutes per side). Remove from heat; drizzle with lemon juice if desired.
- Finish the Grits: Stir remaining butter into thickened grits until melted; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Assemble: Spoon grits onto plates and top with shrimp and pan juices.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 215mg