Shrimp and Grits
Category
Seafood
Servings
4
Cook Time
40 minutes
Author:
Rastelli’s
The Shrimp and Grits dish boasts a rich and comforting flavor profile. The creamy stone-ground grits, infused with butter and sharp cheddar cheese, provide a velvety, savory base that's both hearty and indulgent. The succulent wild-caught Gulf shrimp are cooked to tender perfection in a flavorful blend of bacon fat, lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. The addition of crispy bacon bits, fresh parsley, and scallions lends a delightful contrast in textures and tastes, adding a savory and aromatic dimension to this classic Southern favorite. The result is a harmonious marriage of creamy, cheesy grits and perfectly seasoned shrimp, making for a truly satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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1 lb Wild-Caught Gulf Shrimp
4 cups Water
Salt and Pepper
1 cup stone-ground Grits
3 tbsp Butter
2 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
6 slices Bacon, chopped
4 tsp Lemon Juice
2 tbsp Parsley, chopped
1 cup thinly sliced Scallions
1 large clove Garlic, minced
Directions
Bring water to a boil. Add salt and pepper. Add grits and cook until water is absorbed, about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Cook the bacon in a large skillet until browned; drain well. In the bacon fat, add shrimp and cook until shrimp turn pink. Add lemon juice, chopped bacon, parsley, scallions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.
