Griddle Shrimp and Grits

Griddle Shrimp and Grits
Cook
26 min
Total
26 min
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Grilled or griddled shrimp seasoned with paprika, cayenne, and Creole seasoning are cooked and served over cheesy, creamy grits.

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    In a saucepan, bring chicken broth and heavy cream (or half and half) to a simmer and season with salt.

  2. 2

    Once that comes to a low boil, add the grits and simmer about 20 min, until desired softness and thickness. Add more chicken broth if needed.

  3. 3

    Add olive oil to the griddle, and cook the shallot and garlic until soft. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Season the patted dry shrimp with paprika, cayenne, Creole seasoning, salt & pepper.

  5. 5

    Add 2 TBSP butter to the griddle and cook shrimp 3 min on each side, flipping each piece once until reaches 145F.

  6. 6

    Add 2 TBSP butter to the grits and stir in the cheese to melt completely.

  7. 7

    Add the shallots & garlic to the grits and stir to incorporate. Add salt & pepper as needed.

  8. 8

    Plate by adding a scoop of grits into a pasta bowl first, then cover with shrimp, and garnish with parsley.

  9. 9

    Enjoy!

  10. 10

    Optional- Add crumbled bacon to the grits when you add the shallot & garlic if desired!

  11. 11

    Grits are good leftover by re-heating in the microwave. Add microgreens, a fried egg, and a sprinkle of Creole seasoning for a hearty breakfast!

Notes

Optional: Add crumbled bacon to the grits when adding the shallot & garlic. Grits reheat well in the microwave; can be served with microgreens, a fried egg, and Creole seasoning for breakfast.