Fajita-Style Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Name: Fajita-Style Shrimp And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix; 1 cup quick-cooking grits; 4 cups boiling water; 1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend; 3 tablespoons 2% milk; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 3 medium sweet peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch strips; 1 medium sweet onion, cut into 1-inch strips; 1 jar (15-1/2 to 16 ounces) medium chunky salsa; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, divided

Servings: persons

1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1 cup quick-cooking grits
4 cups boiling water
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
3 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 medium sweet peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch strips
1 medium sweet onion, cut into 1-inch strips
1 jar (15-1/2 to 16 ounces) medium chunky salsa
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, divided

1
Sprinkle shrimp with fajita seasoning; toss to coat. Set aside.
2
Slowly stir grits into boiling water. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese until melted; stir in milk. Keep warm.
3
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir until tender and pepper edges are slightly charred. Add salsa, orange juice and shrimp. Cook, stirring constantly, until shrimp turn pink, 4-6 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup cilantro. Remove from heat.
4
Spoon grits into serving bowls; top with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

2445

kcal

Calories

256

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined, 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix, 1 cup quick-cooking grits, 4 cups boiling water, and more.

Yes, Fajita-Style 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.

Fajita-Style Shrimp And Grits

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