Description
Indulge in a taste of the South with this classic Lowcountry Shrimp and Grits recipe. Creamy, cheesy grits serve as a luscious bed for perfectly cooked shrimp, bacon, and a flavorful sauce. This dish is a harmonious blend of savory and comforting flavors that will transport you to the heart of Southern cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Grits:
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water (or a mix of water and milk for creamier grits)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 slices bacon (chopped)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Grits: Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in the grits, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and tender. Stir in the butter and cheddar cheese, and set aside.
- Shrimp: In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, leaving drippings. Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then add shrimp and cook until pink. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce, then return bacon to the pan. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve the shrimp mixture over warm, cheesy grits and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For added richness, stir a splash of cream into the grits.
- You can also add chopped bell peppers or green onions to the shrimp mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
