Description
Flavor-Packed Cajun Shrimp and Grits is a savory dish that brings the soul of New Orleans right to your plate. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a zesty sauce and served over creamy, stone-ground grits, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is sure to impress with its rich taste and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter (for grits)
- 2 tbsp butter (for shrimp)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of butter, salt, and pepper into the cooked grits until creamy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt remaining butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute before adding shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook shrimp until pink and opaque; add lemon juice and stir well to combine.
- Serve the creamy grits topped with the spicy shrimp mixture, garnished with green onions and parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg