Spicy Shrimp And Andouille Sausage Over Grits

Name: Spicy Shrimp And Andouille Sausage Over Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup green hot pepper sauce; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1 shallot, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; 1 cup whipping cream; 5 cups water; 3 cups milk; 1/4 cup butter; 2 cups corn grits or 2 cups polenta; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup chopped onion; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 30 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4 plum tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning; 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1/3 cup green hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 shallot, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 cup whipping cream
5 cups water
3 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2 cups corn grits or 2 cups polenta
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 lb andouille sausage, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
30 uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
salt and pepper

1
Combine the hot green pepper sauce, wine, shallots, lemon juice, and vinegar in a medium saucepan.
2
Boil mixture over medium heat until reduced to 1/2 cup (about 15 minutes).
3
Stir in 1/2 cup of cream; set aside.
4
Bring 1/2 cup cream, 5 cups water, milk and butter to a simmer in a medium saucepan.
5
Gradually whisk in the grits.
6
Simmer for about 1 hour or until the grits are very soft and thickened; stir frequently.
7
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
8
Add sausage, peppers, onion, and garlic; saute until veggies are tender (about 8 minutes).
9
Add shrimp, tomatoes, cajun seasoning, and Old Bay seasoning and saute until the shrimp are opaque in the center (about 6 minutes).
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Return hot-pepper cream mixture to a simmer.
12
Spoon grits onto 6 plates.
13
Spoon shrimp mixture over grits.
14
Drizzle hot-pepper cream sauce over and serve.

1467

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

193

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup green hot pepper sauce, 1/4 cup dry white wine, 1 shallot, chopped, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Spicy Shrimp And Andouille Sausage Over 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.

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Spicy Shrimp And Andouille Sausage Over Grits

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