Shrimp Stew With Grits Crust Recipe

Name: Shrimp Stew With Grits Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup whole milk; Salt; 1 cup stone-ground grits; 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese; Black pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 celery ribs, chopped; 2 green bell peppers, chopped; 2 tablespoons flour; Pinch (or more) cayenne; 2 cups shrimp stock, fish stock, clam juice or water; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup chopped scallions; 1 cup chopped parsley; 8 ounces roughly chopped shrimp

Servings: persons

1/2 cup whole milk
Salt
1 cup stone-ground grits
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
Black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons flour
Pinch (or more) cayenne
2 cups shrimp stock, fish stock, clam juice or water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup chopped scallions
1 cup chopped parsley
8 ounces roughly chopped shrimp

1
Heat the oven to 375.
2
Combine the milk with 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3
Bring nearly to a boil, then whisk in the grits.
4
Reduce heat to low, and simmer, whisking often, until thick, 10 or 15 minutes.
5
Stir in the Cheddar and black pepper.
6
Set aside.
7
Put the oil in a large, deep, ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
8
When it is hot, add the onion, celery, bell peppers, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Sprinkle in the flour, and cook, stirring frequently, until the flour turns a light brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Stir in the cayenne, stock and lemon juice, scraping up the browned bits, and bring to a simmer; add the scallions and parsley.
11
Taste, and adjust the seasoning, then stir in the shrimp.
12
Spread the grits over the top of the stew; bake until the grits are firm and lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
13
To brown the grits even more, run the skillet under the broiler for a minute or 2.
14
Scoop the stew and grits into bowls, and serve.

495

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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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup whole milk, Salt, 1 cup stone-ground grits, 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Stew With Grits Crust 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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Shrimp Stew With Grits Crust

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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