Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we dive into the secrets of creating an unforgettable dish: barbecued bourbon shrimp with cheddar cheese grits. This tantalizing combination of flavors and textures will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Picture succulent shrimp, infused with the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce and the warmth of bourbon, nestled atop a bed of creamy cheddar cheese grits so rich and velvety they will melt in your mouth. This recipe is a perfect harmony of flavors, with the shrimp adding a savory, flavorful punch and the grits providing a smooth, comforting base. Let's explore the culinary journey of this mouthwatering dish and discover the secrets to making it a hit at your next gathering.
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BARBECUE SHRIMP AND GRITS
Steps:
- For the grits: Bring the cream and 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the butter, salt and pepper. Slowly add the grits and reduce the heat to medium low. Cook, stirring continuously to keep the grits from getting lumpy and avoid scorching on the bottom of the pan, until the grits are rich, creamy and tender, about 20 minutes. Keep warm until ready to serve, stirring occasionally.
- For the sauce and shrimp: Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until some of the fat has rendered and the bacon has started to crisp and is about three-quarters done, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the onion and peppers and cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the whiskey and carefully flambe. When the whiskey burns off, add the ketchup and brown sugar and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the shrimp to the sauce and simmer until just cooked through, about 1 minute.
- To serve, put some grits in the middle of 6 shallow bowls, then place the shrimp in a halo around each serving of grits. Top off with some extra sauce and sprinkle with extra-sharp Cheddar and diced scallions.
SHRIMP AND CHEDDAR GRITS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Make the grits: Combine 4 cups water, the bay leaf, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then gradually add the grits, whisking constantly. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until tender, about 20 minutes. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the heavy cream, butter and cheese. Remove from the heat; cover to keep warm. If the grits seem too thick, thin with water, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time.
- Meanwhile, make the shrimp: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the scallion whites, chopped celery and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until just starting to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until the shrimp are almost cooked through, about 3 minutes.
- Push the shrimp and vegetables to the edge of the skillet. Add the garlic, thyme and tomato paste to the center and cook, undisturbed, until sizzling, 1 minute. Add 1/2 cup water, the lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce and stir everything together. Bring to a simmer and cook until the shrimp are just cooked through and the sauce is slightly reduced, 3 minutes. Add the butter and swirl the pan until melted. Add the parsley, scallion greens and celery leaves and toss. Season with salt. Add more lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon at a time, if needed.
- Divide the grits among 4 shallow bowls. Top with the shrimp mixture.
CHEESY SHRIMP AND GRITS
Shrimp and grits with cheese.
Provided by Mr. du
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Grits
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add salt and pepper. Stir in grits; reduce heat and let simmer until water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Cheddar cheese and butter.
- Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
- Heat remaining bacon grease in the skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes. Add bacon, scallions, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Saute for 3 minutes.
- Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 188.7 mg, Fat 25.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 704.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
BBQ SHRIMP AND GRITS
Fire up those grills and get ready to make this amazing BBQ shrimp and grits recipe that is sure to be a crowd favorite.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot on medium-high heat. Add the onions and brown, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add in the grits and 6 cups of water and stir over medium-low heat until the grits have absorbed the water and are cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes. Whisk the cheese into the grits and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
- Line a hot grill with Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil.
- Combine the shrimp, paprika, cumin, and remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a bowl and mix.
- Place the shrimp right onto the foil on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked throughout.
- Pour the BBQ sauce on top of the shrimp and mix.
- Serve shrimp with the cheesy grits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.7 calories, Carbohydrate 78.1 g, Cholesterol 374.7 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 60.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 2328.8 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
BBQ SHRIMP AND CHEESE GRITS - YUM!
I was skeptical of the flavors in this recipe, but the dish is fantastic! I got this recipe is from the Dec/Jan 2006 Light and Tasty Mag (submitted by Judith Kin, Madisonville, TN). I made a few changes, but overall the recipe is hers. I can't take credit for it. Thanks Judith!!
Provided by Aggiezoey
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring water, half and half, 1 teaspoon butter, salt, pepper to a low boil. Add grits, reduce heat, simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes until grits are thickened.
- Combine ketchup, honey, lemon juice, and hot pepper. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, saute onion in the rest of the butter until transulent. Add garlic and saute for 2 more minutes.
- Add shrimp and saute till pink. Be careful not to overcook or they'll be tough.
- When grits are thickend, add cheese to them. Taste and add salt, pepper if needed. If grits become to thick add a little water or milk.
- Add ketchup mixture to the shrimp and just heat through.
- Serve shrimp over grits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.5, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 373.9, Sodium 901.5, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.1, Protein 47.6
BBQ BACON-WRAPPED SHRIMP & CHEESY GRITS
Try out some flavors of the South with BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp & Cheesy Grits! We think this combo of BBQ bacon-wrapped shrimp and grits is the best.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400ºF.
- Cook barbecue sauce, onions, jelly and peppers in saucepan on medium heat 15 min., stirring occasionally. Set aside.
- Cook grits as directed on package. Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
- Meanwhile, wrap each shrimp with bacon piece; secure with toothpicks. Bake 5 to 6 min. on each side or until shrimp are pink and bacon is crisp. Remove from oven; drain. Remove toothpicks; brush with half the barbecue sauce mixture.
- Spoon remaining barbecue sauce mixture on serving dish; top with grits and shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Sodium 1190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g
CAROLINA SHRIMP & CHEDDAR GRITS
Shrimp and grits were a house favorite-if only we could agree on how to make them. I stirred up a winner for the whole family with some cheddar and Cajun seasoning. -Charlotte Price, Raleigh, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the first 5 ingredients in a 3-qt. slow cooker; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on high until water is absorbed and grits are tender, 2-1/2-3 hours, stirring every 45 minutes., Stir in cheese and butter until melted. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, on high until heated through, 15-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 788mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
Tips:
Fresh Ingredients: Use the freshest shrimp and vegetables you can find. This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your dish. Properly Season the Shrimp: Season the shrimp generously with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the shrimp. Don't Overcook the Shrimp: Shrimp cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery. Choose the Right Grits: There are many different types of grits available, so choose the one that you prefer. Stone-ground grits have a more rustic flavor, while quick-cooking grits are more convenient. Cook the Grits Properly: Be sure to cook the grits according to the package directions. Undercooked grits will be gritty and unpleasant, while overcooked grits will be mushy. Add Cheese to the Grits: Adding cheese to the grits is a great way to add flavor and richness. Cheddar cheese is a classic choice, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as Parmesan or mozzarella. Serve Immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The shrimp will be at its best when it is hot and juicy, and the grits will be creamy and flavorful.Conclusion:
Barbecued Bourbon Shrimp with Cheddar Cheese Grits is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even better. Be sure to use fresh ingredients, season the shrimp properly, and don't overcook it. Choose the right grits and cook them according to the package directions. Add cheese to the grits for extra flavor and richness. Finally, serve the dish immediately after it is cooked. With these tips, you can make a Barbecued Bourbon Shrimp with Cheddar Cheese Grits that will be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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