MATT'S SHRIMP AND GRITS

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Make and share this Matt's Shrimp and Grits recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tejas

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
3/4 cup grits or 5 ounces grits
1 quart chicken stock
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
2 lbs shrimp
2 ounces bacon, sm dice
1/2 ounce garlic, mince
3 ounces yellow onions, sm dice
2 ounces green peppers, sm dice
2 ounces red bell peppers, sm dice
1 ounce butter
1 ounce all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 ounce fresh parsley, mince (optional)

Steps:

  • For the Shrimp Stock.
  • After peeling the shrimp, add the shells to the chicken stock and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Strain and reserve.
  • For the Grits.
  • Bring milk and cream just up to a boil and slowly pour in grits while stirring with a whisk.
  • Continue to cook for another 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • (Optional) Allow grits to cool and solidify. Cut them into rounds, bread them, and deep fry each round until the exterior is crispy.
  • For the Shrimp Sauce.
  • Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add bacon and render for 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and onion and cook 3 minutes. Add Peppers and cook another 2 minutes.
  • Add butter to pan and allow to melt. Add flour and stir in the mixture to create a roux (singer method).
  • Begin to add shrimp stock 1 cup at a time until the desired consistency is achieved. Allow to cook for 30 minutes.
  • Season sauce with Worcestershire, vinegar, and finish with S&P.
  • For the Shrimp.
  • Mix together paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper and sprinkle on shrimp.
  • Saute shrimp over high heat until crisp and cooked through.
  • For Plating.
  • Center the grits in the middle of a bowl. Place desired serving of shrimp over top of the grits and ladle shrimp sauce around the grits. Garnish with freshly mince parsley (if desired).

Husnulmaab Khan
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nabiryo Judith
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Loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


yared Abdu
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Bo Bell
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I love shrimp and grits, and this recipe did not disappoint. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Janko Dara
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hadii Mehar
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Loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Milan Whit
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


mdsohag Islam
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I love shrimp and grits, and this recipe did not disappoint. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Faisal Peshoo
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


John Napier
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Loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Aseel Ahmed
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


ThankGod Okpan
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I love shrimp and grits, and this recipe did not disappoint. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Leo Marino
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This was a great recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I added a little extra salt and pepper to taste, and it was perfect.


Cy aka King
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This is the best shrimp and grits recipe I've ever tried. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Hiba Qayum
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Loved this recipe! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this again.


Masood azher
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Twum Evans
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I love shrimp and grits, and this recipe did not disappoint. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I added a little hot sauce to give it a bit of a kick, and it was perfect.


Riyaz Uddin
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This was a great recipe! Easy to follow and the results were amazing. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Donna Holmes
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The shrimp were cooked just right and the grits were cheesy and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


King Chand
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This shrimp and grits recipe is a keeper! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. I added a little extra cayenne pepper to give it a bit of a kick, and it was delicious. My family loved it, and I will definitely be m


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