Shrimp and Grits
Category
Seafood
Servings
4
Cook Time
40 minutes
Indulge in rich and comforting Shrimp and Grits. Creamy stone-ground grits with butter and sharp cheddar cheese create a hearty, indulgent base. Tender wild-caught Gulf shrimp cooked to perfection in bacon fat, lemon juice, and garlic. Crispy bacon, fresh parsley, and scallions add delightful contrast. A harmonious marriage of creamy, cheesy grits and perfectly seasoned shrimp, a truly satisfying Southern favorite.
Rastelli’s
Ingredients
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1 lb Wild-Caught Gulf Shrimp
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4 cups Water
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Salt and Pepper
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1 cup stone-ground Grits
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3 tbsp Butter
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2 cups shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
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6 slices Bacon, chopped
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4 tsp Lemon Juice
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2 tbsp Parsley, chopped
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1 cup thinly sliced Scallions
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1 large clove Garlic, minced
Directions
Bring water to a boil. Add salt and pepper. Add grits and cook until water is absorbed, about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Cook the bacon in a large skillet until browned; drain well. In the bacon fat, add shrimp and cook until shrimp turn pink. Add lemon juice, chopped bacon, parsley, scallions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.