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Shrimp and Grits Recipe

A classic Southern dish combining creamy grits with flavorful shrimp.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add grits and cook until thickened, about 20 minutes. Stir in cheese and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, add olive oil and butter. Cook shrimp until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the shrimp. Stir well.
  5. 5. Serve shrimp over grits. Top with crispy bacon.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Grits, Shrimp, Southern
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