How To Make Eldon’s Shrimp and Grits Recipe
A delicious Southern dish that combines savory shrimp with creamy grits.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup quick-cooking grits
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium pot, bring broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in grits.
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Reduce heat and cook, stirring often, for about 5-7 minutes or until grits are cooked through. Stir in heavy cream, butter, and shredded cheese until melted and combined. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and crumble.
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Season shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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In the same skillet over medium heat, add seasoned shrimp and minced garlic. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
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To serve, divide grits among four bowls and top with cooked shrimp and crumbled bacon.
Nutrition
- Calories : 462kcal
- Total Fat : 24g
- Saturated Fat : 13g
- Cholesterol : 295mg
- Sodium : 1788mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 28g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugars : 2g
- Protein : 33g
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