Cajun Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Name: Cajun Shrimp And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup grits uncooked quick-cooking, not instant; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated, about 2 ounces; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly, about 1 ounce, plus additional for serving; 1/4 cup green onions chopped, white and green parts, plus additional for serving; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 pound medium shrimp 25 count, peeled and deveined

Servings: persons

3 cups water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup grits uncooked quick-cooking, not instant
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated, about 2 ounces
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly, about 1 ounce, plus additional for serving
1/4 cup green onions chopped, white and green parts, plus additional for serving
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound medium shrimp 25 count, peeled and deveined

1
In a KitchenAid(R) 3.0-Quart Saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt, then slowly add the grits in a thin stream, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grits thicken, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, then stir in the butter, black pepper, and green onions.
2
Meanwhile, preheat the KitchenAid(R) Convection Digital Countertop Oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, stir together the olive oil, garlic, paprika, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and toss gently to coat. Spread the shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Roast the shrimp for 5 to 6 minutes, until just pink and cooked through. Serve a top the grits, sprinkled with additional Parmesan cheese and green onions.

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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: 3 cups water, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 3/4 cup grits uncooked quick-cooking, not instant, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cajun 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 Shrimp And Grits

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