Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Tasso Blue Crab Gr

Name: Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Tasso Blue Crab Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 8 ounces tasso ham, finely diced; 1 cup finely diced white onion; 1 red pepper, finely diced; 1 green pepper, finely diced; 1 yellow pepper, finely diced; 1 tablespoon spicy blackening Cajun seasoning; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 8 cups fish stock or vegetable or chicken stock, divided; 4 ounces lump blue crab; 4 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 pounds spicy sausage, thinly sliced; Grits, optional

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces tasso ham, finely diced
1 cup finely diced white onion
1 red pepper, finely diced
1 green pepper, finely diced
1 yellow pepper, finely diced
1 tablespoon spicy blackening Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
8 cups fish stock or vegetable or chicken stock, divided
4 ounces lump blue crab
4 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 pounds spicy sausage, thinly sliced
Grits, optional

1
Preheat a large bottom pot to medium-high heat.
2
Add butter to pot and let melt.
3
Add ham, white onion, peppers, Cajun seasoning, salt, brown sugar, onion powder, and minced garlic.
4
Stir in flour and continue to cook while stirring until you achieve a dark brown color, a brown roux.
5
Slowly whisk in 6 cups of fish stock, add slowly to help avoid lumps.
6
Bring to a boil and use remaining 2 cups of stock to adjust for consistency.
7
Remove from heat and add the crabmeat.
8
Set aside for use.
9
In a saute pan, over medium-high heat, saute shrimp and sausage.
10
Place shrimp and sausage over grits, if using, and top with crab gravy sauce.
11
*Cooks note: For home use it is more practical to use instant grits.
12
Cook your grits first and do not be afraid to season to your liking.
13
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1704

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

274

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 8 ounces tasso ham, finely diced, 1 cup finely diced white onion, 1 red pepper, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Tasso Blue Crab Gravy 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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Charleston Shrimp and Grits with Tasso Blue Crab Gravy

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