Best 8 Shrimp And Grits Southern Style Recipes

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Get ready for a culinary journey to the heart of Southern cuisine with our exploration of the classic dish, "Shrimp and Grits." This iconic Southern comfort food is a harmonious blend of savory shrimp, creamy grits, and a symphony of aromatic spices that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need to create a mouthwatering shrimp and grits dish that will leave you craving for more.

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SOUTHERN SHRIMP AND GRITS



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This recipe is a tradition at our house and we love it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Provided by The Southern Lady

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 to 4 slices bacon
1 pound medium or large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 tablespoons bacon drippings
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
few drops hot sauce or pinch cayenne
2 1/3 cups milk (can use whole or 2 per cent)
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup old fashioned grits
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon, remove from pan and set aside.
  • Combine two tablespoons bacon drippings, 1 tablespoon butter, green onion, green pepper, celery, garlic, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper in a skillet and cook until vegetables are tender. About 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and hot sauce or cayenne and cook about four more minutes until shrimp are done. Set aside and prepare grits.

SOUTHERN SHRIMP AND GRITS RECIPE



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This quick Southern shrimp and grits recipe is an easy dinner for busy weeknights or a special brunch for a slow Sunday morning!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup quick-cooking grits ((not instant grits))
1 cup (about 4 ounces) grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 slices bacon, cut into small pieces
1 large clove garlic, minced or pressed
½ cup sliced green onions ((plus extra for garnish))
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Hot sauce, to taste
Optional garnish: additional sliced green onions, chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh rosemary, or fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Slowly whisk in the grits and salt. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes (or until thick and smooth), stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat. Add the cheese and butter; whisk or stir until melted and smooth.
  • While you cook the grits, fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the garlic, green onions, lemon juice, and shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning. Cook just until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 2-4 minutes.
  • Return bacon to the skillet. Taste and season the dish with salt, pepper, and hot sauce, to taste.
  • Divide the grits among serving bowls. Top with shrimp mixture, garnish with green onions or herbs, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 of the recipe, Calories 438 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 1185 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 13 g

SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Bobby Flay takes Southern-style Shrimp and Grits to the next level by adding sharp cheddar, bacon and lime juice in this easy recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
Salt and pepper
1 cup stone-ground grits
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 slices bacon, chopped
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 cup thinly sliced scallions
1 large clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil. Add salt and pepper. Add grits and cook until water is absorbed, about 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
  • Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Fry the bacon in a large skillet until browned; drain well. In grease, add shrimp. Cook until shrimp turn pink. Add lemon juice, chopped bacon, parsley, scallions and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
  • Spoon grits into a serving bowl. Add shrimp mixture and mix well. Serve immediately.

THE BEST SHRIMP AND GRITS



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This southern staple is full of flavor and plenty saucy. We tried using bacon, but missed the spiciness and complexity of andouille sausage. For added richness, we cook the grits in milk and finish them with butter.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups milk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup old-fashioned grits
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (16/20), peeled and deveined (see Cook's Note)
8 ounces andouille sausage, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch half moons
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
3/4 large onion, chopped
1/2 jalapeno, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 scallions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring the milk, 2 cups water, 2 3/4 teaspoons salt and the sugar to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Vigorously whisk in the grits until the liquid comes back to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer, whisking occasionally and scraping the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent sticking, until the grits are tender and thick, 35 to 45 minutes. Whisk in the butter until melted. Cover and set aside until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil a large skillet over high heat until you see wisps of smoke rising from the pan. Cook half the shrimp until lightly browned on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with 1 more tablespoon of the oil and the remaining shrimp.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the andouille in an even layer. Cook undisturbed until browned on one side, about 1 minute. Transfer to the bowl with the shrimp.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in the same skillet and add the garlic, bell peppers, onions, jalapeno, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, until brick-red colored, about 1 minute. Add the wine to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook until the sauce reduces and you can no longer smell any alcohol, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the shrimp, andouille, any accumulated juices and 1/4 cup water and cook until the sauce is slightly reduced and the shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the warm grits among plates. Serve the shrimp and andouille over the grits. Garnish with the scallions.

SHRIMP AND GRITS -- SOUTHERN STYLE



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From the St. Pete Times. Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook because it goes very fast.

Provided by Little Suzy Homemak

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons hot sauce (Tabasco)
2 lbs raw shrimp, peeled
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup green pepper, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup green onion, sliced and divided
5 cups water
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking grits
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, hot sauce and raw shrimp. Set aside.
  • Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. (While bacon is cooking bring 5 cups water to a boil in a separate saucepan for grits.) To the skillet add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to dripping and bacon pieces; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in shrimp mixture, broth and 1/4 cup green onions. Cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring frequently.
  • While shrimp are cooking, add quick cooking grits to boiling water, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low, simmer, covered for 5 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally. Stir in butter, salt and 3/4 cup of the cheese.
  • To serve, pour grits in shallow bowl. Heap shrimp on top of your serving of grits with remaining cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.8, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 263, Sodium 948.9, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 41.2

SOUTHERN SHRIMP AND GRITS



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A southern specialty, sometimes called breakfast shrimp, this dish tastes great for brunch or dinner, and anytime company's coming. It's down-home comfort food at its finest. -Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
1/3 cup butter, cubed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup uncooked old-fashioned grits
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
SHRIMP:
8 thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Cajun or blackened seasoning
4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, milk, butter, salt and pepper to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in cheese until melted. Set aside and keep warm., In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving 4 teaspoons drippings. Saute the shrimp, garlic and seasoning in drippings until shrimp turn pink. Serve with grits and sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 42g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 241mg cholesterol, Sodium 1845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

SHRIMP AND GRITS LOUISIANA STYLE



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Probably the best shrimp and grits recipe I have made! Easy and low ingredient count!

Provided by Amber Taylor Futch

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons grits
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup diced tasso ham
2 tablespoons diced onion
2 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
20 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup white wine
1 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped green onion, green parts only

Steps:

  • Bring water and 1 pinch of salt to a boil in a saucepan and slowly mix in the grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer grits until tender and smooth, about 20 minutes; stir often. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir tasso ham until crisp. Stir in onion and green bell pepper and cook until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Lightly stir the shrimp with the vegetables and olive oil just until pink, 30 to 45 seconds; remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  • Pour white wine into the skillet and stir, dissolving any browned bits of food in the bottom of the skillet; slowly add the cream, reduce heat to low, and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Divide the grits onto 2 serving plates and line the edge of each plate with 10 shrimp. Pour cream sauce over grits and sprinkle each serving with chopped green onion tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 677.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 271.9 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 20.6 g, SaturatedFat 30.1 g, Sodium 751.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

OLD CHARLESTON STYLE SHRIMP AND GRITS



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Great recipe for shrimp and grits.

Provided by berskine

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Grits

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup coarsely ground grits
2 cups half-and-half
2 pounds uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 lemon, juiced
1 pound andouille sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
5 slices bacon
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water and 2 teaspoons salt to a boil in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk grits into the boiling water, and then whisk in half-and-half. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until grits are thickened and tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with salt and cayenne pepper to taste. Add lemon juice, toss to combine, and set aside to marinate.
  • Place sausage slices in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet.
  • Add bacon to the same skillet and increase heat to medium-high. Cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain, then chop or crumble when cool enough to handle. Leave bacon drippings in the skillet.
  • Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the bacon drippings; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir cooked sausage and marinated shrimp into the skillet with the cooked vegetables. Turn off the heat and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring to create a smooth roux. Turn heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is golden brown in color, 8 to 10 minutes. Watch carefully, mixture burns easily.
  • Pour the roux over the sausage, shrimp, and vegetables. Place the skillet over medium heat, add chicken broth, bacon, and Worcestershire sauce, and stir to combine. Cook until sauce thickens up and shrimp turn opaque and bright pink, about 8 minutes.
  • Just before serving, mix sharp Cheddar cheese into grits until melted and grits are creamy and light yellow. Serve shrimp mixture over cheese grits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 269.8 mg, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.5 g, Sodium 1634.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, large shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have shrimp stock, you can use chicken stock or vegetable stock instead.
  • Be sure to season the grits well with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the grits over low heat, stirring frequently, to prevent them from sticking to the pot.
  • Top the shrimp and grits with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, bacon, or green onions.

Conclusion:

Shrimp and grits is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy grits, flavorful shrimp, and savory sauce, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give shrimp and grits a try. You won't be disappointed!

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