Name: Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning; 2 tbsp butter; 1 small onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 cup stone-ground grits; 2 cups water; 1 tsp salt; 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese; 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Judi Koehn Modified: July 25, 2024

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How To Make Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe

A spicy and flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp served over creamy grits.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup stone-ground grits
2 cups water
1 tsp salt
1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

Season the shrimp with Cajun seasoning and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, and bring to a simmer.
Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
In a separate pot, bring the water and salt to a boil. Add the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cook the grits for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are creamy and cooked through.
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
Serve the shrimp over the creamy grits and top with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Calories : 564kcal
Total Fat : 38g
Saturated Fat : 22g
Cholesterol : 396mg
Sodium : 1622mg
Total Carbohydrates : 25g
Dietary Fiber : 2g
Sugars : 2g
Protein : 30g

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