Cajun Grilled Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Name: Cajun Grilled Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup old fashioned grits; 2 cups boiling water; 2 cups heavy cream; 1/4 stick butter; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules or freshly minced; 2 ounces chili powder; Pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste; 2 ounces seafood seasoning (recommended: Old Bay); 1 -ounce freshly ground black pepper; 2 ounces garlic powder; 2 ounces onion powder; 1 -ounce ginger; 1 -ounce butter or olive oil; 2 pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions …

Servings: persons

1 cup old fashioned grits
2 cups boiling water
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 stick butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic granules or freshly minced
2 ounces chili powder
Pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 ounces seafood seasoning (recommended: Old Bay)
1 -ounce freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces garlic powder
2 ounces onion powder
1 -ounce ginger
1 -ounce butter or olive oil
2 pounds raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

1
Grits: Boil 2 cups of water in medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the remaining ingredients in consecutive order while stirring slowly.
3
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat.
4
Slowly stir in the grits.
5
Allow to simmer, stirring every 5 minutes until reaching the desired consistency, about 20 to 25 minutes.
6
Transfer the grits to a serving bowl and keep warm.
7
Shrimp: Mix all of the dry ingredients thoroughly in bowl until well blended.
8
Melt the butter or olive oil in a large grill pan over high heat.
9
Generously coat the shrimp in the seasoning mixture.
10
Add them to the grill pan and cook until caramelized on both sides.
11
Remove them from the pan to a serving bowl and serve with the grits.
12
Suggestion: Adding cheese and/or gravy with fried onions, to taste, will elevate the dish considerably.

2028

kcal

Calories

194

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup old fashioned grits, 2 cups boiling water, 2 cups heavy cream, 1/4 stick butter, and more.

Yes, Cajun Grilled Shrimp and 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.

Cajun Grilled Shrimp and Grits

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