Shrimp and Grits
This recipe is derived from Smokin' & Grillin' with AB – youtube.
- Prep time: 5 minutes.
- Cook time: 20 minutes.
- Servings: 2-3.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Large/Jumbo Shrimp.
- 6 Slices of Bacon.
- 1 cup Uncooked Grits.
- 3 cups Chicken Broth.
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese.
- 3 tbsp Butter.
- 3 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley.
- 1 tbsp Creole / Cajun seasoning.
- 2 Cloves of Garlic, minced.
- 2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce.
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice.
Directions
- Add bacon to hot pan. Meanwhile, in separate pot , bring chicken broth to a boil.
- Add grits to chicken broth and stir. Cover and simmer per instructions on box.
- Once grits are done, add butter plus salt and pepper to taste. Stir until combined.
- Add cheese. Stir until combined.
- Once bacon is done, keep bacon fat in the pan. Add shrimp and fry on medium-high heat.
- Add Creole seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire Sauce, garlic and toss.
- Fry until shrimp turns white on each side which is about 5-7 minutes total.
- In a bowl, serve shrimp and bacon over grits. Top with parsley.
Contribution
- Carl Zimmerman – website.