Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Name: Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Peeled And Deveined Shrimp Tail On (21-30); 15 ounces, weight Canned Diced Tomato; 3 strips Thick Bacon; 1 whole White Onion, Diced; 1 whole Green Pepper, Seeded And Diced; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 3 leaves Fresh Basil, Torn; 1 teaspoon Old Bay With Garlic & Herb Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/2 pieces Lemon, Juiced; 2 dashes Louisiana Hot Sauce; 1 box (24 Oz. Box) Grits, Or Enough To Make 5 Servings

Servings: persons

2 pounds Peeled And Deveined Shrimp Tail On (21-30)
15 ounces, weight Canned Diced Tomato
3 strips Thick Bacon
1 whole White Onion, Diced
1 whole Green Pepper, Seeded And Diced
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
3 leaves Fresh Basil, Torn
1 teaspoon Old Bay With Garlic & Herb Seasoning
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/2 pieces Lemon, Juiced
2 dashes Louisiana Hot Sauce
1 box (24 Oz. Box) Grits, Or Enough To Make 5 Servings

1
Fry bacon in a large frying pan until crispy.
2
Remove the bacon from the pan onto a paper towel to drain.
3
Dont start eating the bacon!
4
Use the oil from the bacon to saute the onions and peppers.
5
Add the garlic and do not walk away from the stove.
6
Once the garlic starts to become fragrant, add the canned tomatoes.
7
Add shrimp, Old Bay seasoning, black pepper, hot sauce, lemon juice and torn basil.
8
TASTE the sauce.
9
If you need salt, add just a little at a time.
10
Cook until shrimp starts to curl.
11
The shrimp will be done in 2 to 3 minutes.
12
Remove from heat.
13
Serve over a plate of creamy grits (follow the instructions on the box, it really does work) and enjoy.

409

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 pounds Peeled And Deveined Shrimp Tail On (21-30), 15 ounces, weight Canned Diced Tomato, 3 strips Thick Bacon, 1 whole White Onion, Diced, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp and Grits

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Variations & substitutions

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