Gluten Free Shrimp and Grits

Ingredients

• Lemon wedges - For serving
• Green onions - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
• Celery - 1 stalk, finely chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 small, finely chopped
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Butter - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken broth - 2 cups, gluten-free
• Grits - 1 cup, gluten-free
• Shrimp - 1 pound, peeled and deveined

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
2. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are creamy and tender.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the garlic, onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5. Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Divide the cooked grits among serving plates or bowls.
7. Top the grits with the cooked shrimp and vegetables.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions.
9. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.