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Cheesy Shrimp and Grits
Cheesy Shrimp and Grits
Cheesy Shrimp and Grits is a delicious Southern dish that combines creamy, cheesy grits with seasoned shrimp. It’s a comforting and flavorful meal that is popular in the Southern United States.
Ingredients
- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in the grits and salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until the grits are thick and creamy.
- Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted. Keep warm.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
- To serve, spoon the cheesy grits onto plates and top with the cooked shrimp. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 34g (11%)Protein: 37g (74%)Fat: 18g (28%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 222mg (74%)Sodium: 1132mg (49%)Potassium: 405mg (12%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 494IU (10%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 394mg (39%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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