Corn and Shrimp Grits
This delicious dish combines creamy corn grits with succulent shrimp for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cheddar cheese - 1/2 cup, shredded
- Green onions - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
- Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
- Onion - 1 medium, diced
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Shrimp - 1 pound, peeled and deveined
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Water - 4 cups
- Corn grits - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually whisk in the corn grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes or until the grits are thick and creamy.
- In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp, garlic, onion, and bell pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, and the vegetables are tender.
- Season the shrimp and vegetables with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked shrimp and vegetables to the pot of grits. Stir well to incorporate.
- Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the flavors are well combined and the mixture is heated through.
- Serve the corn and shrimp grits hot, garnished with chopped green onions and shredded cheddar cheese.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g