Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Name: Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Polenta; 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined; 2 teaspoons Olive Oil; 1 whole Lemon, Juiced; 2 Tablespoons Parsley, Chopped; 1/2 cups Scallions, Thinly Sliced; 1 clove Garlic (large), Minced; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 cup Polenta
4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined
2 teaspoons Olive Oil
1 whole Lemon, Juiced
2 Tablespoons Parsley, Chopped
1/2 cups Scallions, Thinly Sliced
1 clove Garlic (large), Minced
Salt And Pepper, to taste

1
Follow the directions on the polenta package to determine how much water should be used for 1 cup of polenta.
2
Bring a large pot of water to boil.
3
Add the polenta to the boiling water and begin whisking immediately to avoid clumping.
4
Lower heat and bring polenta to a simmer and cover.
5
Remove from heat when all water is absorbed, which takes less than 5 minutes.
6
Stir in butter and shredded cheese and set aside.
7
Rinse and pat the shrimp dry.
8
Coat a skillet with oil and put it over medium heat.
9
Add the shrimp and cook until both sides are pink.
10
Add lemon juice, parsley, scallions, garlic, and salt and pepper and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
11
Spoon grits into a bowl and top with the shrimp mixture.
12
Serve immediately.
13
Adapted from Joythebaker.coms Shrimp and Grits recipe.

359

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Polenta, 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined, 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.

Shrimp and Grits

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