Description
Indulge in the rich, vibrant flavors of Cajun Shrimp and Grits, a dish that evokes the heart and soul of New Orleans. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in a spicy sauce and served over creamy, buttery grits. Perfect for brunch or dinner gatherings, it’s sure to impress family and friends with its bold flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh peeled shrimp
- 1 cup stone-ground corn grits
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 5 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in corn grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for about 20 minutes until thickened. Stir in heavy cream and 3 tablespoons of butter.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt remaining butter. Add shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning; cook until pink (about 3 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic; cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Toss in sliced green onions.
- To serve, spoon creamy grits onto plates and top with the shrimp mixture. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg