Carolina Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Name: Carolina Shrimp & Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups yellow stone ground grits; chicken stock; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper; 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cup Asiago cheese; 1/4 cup Sour Cream; 1/4 cup Heavy Cream; 4 ounces Goat Cheese; 1 cup Julienned Red & Green Bell peppers; 1 cup Julienned Mixed Red and Vidalia onion; 1/2 teaspoon Minced garlic; 5 tablespoons extra Virgin Olive oil; 16-20 pieces Extra Jumbo Shrimp, Peeled & Deveined; 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice; 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley; 1/4 teaspoon Hungarian Paprika; Salt & pepper to taste; Additional fresh parsley for topping; 1-2 Diced Fresh Tomatoes

Servings: persons

2 cups yellow stone ground grits
chicken stock
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup Asiago cheese
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1/4 cup Heavy Cream
4 ounces Goat Cheese
1 cup Julienned Red & Green Bell peppers
1 cup Julienned Mixed Red and Vidalia onion
1/2 teaspoon Minced garlic
5 tablespoons extra Virgin Olive oil
16-20 pieces Extra Jumbo Shrimp, Peeled & Deveined
1/2 teaspoon Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
1/4 teaspoon Hungarian Paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
Additional fresh parsley for topping
1-2 Diced Fresh Tomatoes

1
Prepare grits according to package directions except replace water with equal parts chicken stock for the cooking liquid.
2
When grits are cooked, add all cheeses, creams, 1 tsp.salt & pepper. Mix well until extra creamy. Keep warm.
3
Place bell peppers, onions and garlic in a saute pan with 3 tbsp. olive oil and saute until crisp tender. Set aside, but keep warm.
4
Rinse and dry your shrimp and place flat on a baking sheet. Drizzle with remaining olive oil, lemon juice and sprinkle with salt, pepper, fresh parsley and paprika.
5
Bake shrimp at 425 until pink, about 5-7 minutes. Timing will vary depending on actual size of the shrimp, so watch carefully to not overcook.
6
Serve by filling your bowl with grits, adding two-three slices of fresh diced tomato, then topping with the sauteed peppers and onions, then topping with shrimp. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or additional cheese. Serve hot.

920

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups yellow stone ground grits, chicken stock, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper, and more.

Yes, Carolina Shrimp & 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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Carolina Shrimp & Grits

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