BBQ Shrimp and Cheesy Grits Recipe

Name: BBQ Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce; 1 qt. demi-glace; 2 cups OPEN PIT Original Restaurant Recipe Barbecue Sauce; 2-2/3 cups chunky salsa; 1/2 cup fresh jalapeno peppers, small dice; 1/4 cup canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, pureed; Cheesy Grits; 1 cup onions, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 2-1/2 Tbsp. oil; 1 gal. water; 1 qt. quick grits; 1 qt. canned hominy; 1 qt. KRAFT CHEDASHARP Pasteurized Process American Cheese Shred; 1-1/2 cups fresh corn, roasted; 1/2 cup butter; Shrimp; 120 each large shrimp; to taste salt and black pepper; 1-1/2 cups corn, roasted; 1/2 cup poblano chiles, roasted, diced; 1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced

Servings: persons

Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce
1 qt. demi-glace
2 cups OPEN PIT Original Restaurant Recipe Barbecue Sauce
2-2/3 cups chunky salsa
1/2 cup fresh jalapeno peppers, small dice
1/4 cup canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, pureed
Cheesy Grits
1 cup onions, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
2-1/2 Tbsp. oil
1 gal. water
1 qt. quick grits
1 qt. canned hominy
1 qt. KRAFT CHEDASHARP Pasteurized Process American Cheese Shred
1-1/2 cups fresh corn, roasted
1/2 cup butter
Shrimp
120 each large shrimp
to taste salt and black pepper
1-1/2 cups corn, roasted
1/2 cup poblano chiles, roasted, diced
1/2 cup Italian parsley, chopped
1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced

1
Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce: Mix ingredients in saucepan.
2
Bring to boil on medium heat, stirring frequently.
3
Reduce heat to low; simmer 2 min.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Cheesy Grits: Saute onions in hot oil in large saucepan 2 to 3 min.
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or until lightly browned.
7
Stir in water; bring to boil.
8
Gradually add grits in steady stream, stirring constantly; cook and stir 4 min.
9
or until thickened.
10
Stir in remaining ingredients; cook until cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.
11
Keep warm.
12
Shrimp: Season shrimp with salt and black pepper.
13
Grill on medium-high heat 2 to 3 min.
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on each side or until shrimp turn pink.
15
Toss with 3 cups of the Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce (or toss with 3/4 cup of the Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce for trial recipe).
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Keep warm.
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For each serving: Spoon 2/3 cup Cheesy Grits into bowl; top with 2 Tbsp.
18
of the remaining Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce, 5 Shrimp, 1 Tbsp.
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corn, 1 tsp.
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each poblano peppers and parsley, and 1/2 tsp.
21
red peppers.

3812

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

730

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Jalapeno BBQ Sauce, 1 qt. demi-glace, 2 cups OPEN PIT Original Restaurant Recipe Barbecue Sauce, 2-2/3 cups chunky salsa, and more.

Yes, BBQ Shrimp and Cheesy Grits falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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BBQ Shrimp and Cheesy Grits

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Variations & substitutions

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