Spicy Shrimp And Grits Recipe

Name: Spicy Shrimp And Grits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits; 1/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese; 1 1/2 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons hot sauce, divided; 1 pound unpeeled, medium-size fresh shrimp; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 bacon slices; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; Hot sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
1/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons hot sauce, divided
1 pound unpeeled, medium-size fresh shrimp
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bacon slices
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Hot sauce (optional)

1
Cook grits according to package directions. Remove from heat, and stir in cheese, butter, and 3 tablespoons hot sauce until melted and blended. Cover and set aside.
2
Peel shrimp, and devein, if desired. Toss with salt and remaining 1 tablespoon hot sauce.
3
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, reserving drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon. Add shrimp and green onions to skillet, and saute 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Stir in lemon juice.
4
Spoon grits onto a serving platter; top evenly with shrimp mixture, and sprinkle with parsley and bacon. Serve with additional hot sauce, if desired.
5
Note: For testing purposes only, we used Frank's Original Hot Sauce.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits, 1/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, 4 tablespoons hot sauce, divided, and more.

Yes, Spicy 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 Shrimp And Grits

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