Spicy Low-Country Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Name: Spicy Low-Country Shrimp and Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon course ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup stone-ground yellow grits; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon pepper sauce; 2 ounces grated Cheddar; 1 1/2 pounds (21 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 pound diced andouille sausage; 2 teaspoons diced garlic; 1/4 cup butter; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 small chopped piquillo peppers; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 cup wine (Spanish rioja); 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, basil); Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Sliced scallions

Servings: persons

4 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon course ground black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup stone-ground yellow grits
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon pepper sauce
2 ounces grated Cheddar
1 1/2 pounds (21 count) shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound diced andouille sausage
2 teaspoons diced garlic
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 small chopped piquillo peppers
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 cup wine (Spanish rioja)
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, basil)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sliced scallions

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Grits: Bring milk, salt, pepper, and butter to a boil.
2
Stir in grits, pepper flakes, and pepper sauce over low heat.
3
When consistency is ready, in about 45 to 50 minutes add cheese and stir.
4
Shrimp: Toss shrimp in Cajun seasoning and set aside.
5
In a saute pan, over medium heat, heat the oil.
6
Add the sausage and render for 3 minutes.
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Add garlic, stir for 1 to 2 minutes.
8
Add the shrimp and butter and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
9
Stir in cayenne pepper, piquillo peppers, and pepper flakes.
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Add half wine (drink what's leftover), and fresh herbs and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Add salt and pepper, to taste.
12
Plate grits in a shallow bowls with shrimp mixture over the top.
13
Garnish with scallions and serve.
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650

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon course ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon butter, and more.

Yes, Spicy Low-Country 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.

Spicy Low-Country Shrimp and Grits

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