Shrimp and Grits
This recipe comes to us from the southern arm of our family tree. We're northern Canuck's through and through - but love grits! Usually with Maple syrup... However this Shrimp and Grits recipe is one of our faves!
Ingredients
| Chicken stock | 4 1/2 Cup (72 tbs) | |
| Grits | 1 Cup (16 tbs) (((preferably stone | |
| Grated sharp cheddar cheese | 3/4 Cup (12 tbs) | |
| Butter | 2 Tablespoon | |
| Hot sauce | To Taste | |
| Pepper | To Taste | |
| Fresh shrimp | 1 Pound | |
| Bacon slices | 6 | |
| Sliced mushrooms | 2 Cup (32 tbs) | |
| Chopped green onion | 1 Cup (16 tbs) , finely chopped | |
| Garlic paste | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Lemon juice | 4 Teaspoon |
Directions
MAKING
1. In a saucepan pour chicken stock and bring it to a boil on high heat.
2. Slowly sprinkle the grits into the stock while whisking. When all the grits have been added, continue stirring and reduce heat to low until only an occasional bubble breaks the surface.
3. Stir frequently and continue cooking for 30 to 40 minutes.
4. Add butter, hot sauce, pepper and cheese. Give it a good stir. Keep warm until the shrimp are cooked.
5. Heat a frying pan and saute bacon lightly in it.
6. Add shrimp and spread it evenly. Turn shrimp as they start to color.
7. Add the mushrooms and saute for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Add the green onions and garlic paste. Stir to combine.
9. Season with lemon juice, and a few dashes of hot sauce.
SERVING
10. Serve shrimp over the grits
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 512Calories from Fat 168
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20 g30.8%
Saturated Fat 9 g45%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 758 mg31.58%
Total Carbohydrates 44 g14.7%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 40 g80%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
