Name: Emeril Lagasse Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of stone-ground grits; 6 cups of water; 2 tsp of salt; 1 lb of medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 tbsp of Emeril's Essence seasoning blend (see notes); 1/4 cup of butter; 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 onion, diced; 4 cloves of garlic, minced; 2 cups of chicken broth; 1 tbsp of Worcestershire sauce; 1/4 cup of chopped green onions, for garnish

Emeril Lagasse Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Mirabelle Elliott Modified: July 25, 2024

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How To Make Emeril Lagasse Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe

A classic southern dish with a spicy cajun twist, featuring succulent shrimp and creamy grits.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 45 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups of stone-ground grits
6 cups of water
2 tsp of salt
1 lb of medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp of Emeril’s Essence seasoning blend (see notes)
1/4 cup of butter
1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 onion, diced
4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 cups of chicken broth
1 tbsp of Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup of chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

In a large pot, bring the water and salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in the grits and reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits are creamy and tender.
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the Emeril’s Essence seasoning blend until well-coated.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the mixture turns golden brown and slightly bubbly.
Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, whisking constantly to combine.
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
To serve, spoon the hot grits onto plates and ladle the shrimp and sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Calories : 423kcal
Total Fat : 15g
Saturated Fat : 8g
Cholesterol : 262mg
Sodium : 2959mg
Total Carbohydrates : 34g
Dietary Fiber : 2g
Sugar : 3g
Protein : 39g

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