SHRIMP AND GRITS WITH POACHED EGGS

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Southern-style grits take on mouthwatering Asian flavors in this one-of-a-kind recipe from chef David Chang's "Momofuku" cookbook -- serve for a special brunch or equally satisfying dinner dish. Photo credit: Gabriele Stabile

Provided by Martha Stewart

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups white or yellow quick-cooking grits
2 cups Bacon Dashi
2 tablespoons usukuchi (light soy sauce)
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 pound smoky bacon, cut crosswise into 1-to-1 1/2-inch-long strips
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
4 Slow-Poached Eggs
1/2 cup chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Place grits in a medium bowl and add 2 cups water. Let grits soak at least 8 hours and up to overnight.
  • Drain grits and transfer to a medium saucepan. Add dashi and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook, whisking constantly, for 5 minutes. Add usukuchi, a large pinch of salt, and season with pepper. Continue whisking constantly until thickened, bubbling, and no longer grainy, about 10 minutes. Stir in butter until melted; season with salt and pepper. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring occasionally until it shrinks to about half its original size and is crisp and browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet using a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain fat and wipe skillet clean; set aside.
  • Place shrimp in a large bowl and add grapeseed oil; season with salt and toss to coat. Heat cast-iron skillet over high heat and add shrimp, working in batches if necessary. Press down on shrimp using the back of a spatula or a smaller pan to sear for 1 to 2 minutes. When shrimp look about halfway cooked, turn and press down on second side. Continue cooking until shrimp have just become opaque and have browned slightly. Remove from pan.
  • Divide grits evenly between 4 bowls; top each with a poached egg. Divide shrimp and scallions evenly between bowls and serve immediately.

Robert Wetselline
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit! The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the grits are creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs are the perfect finishing touch.


Keely George
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This was my first time making shrimp and grits and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in no time.


Matthew Makinde
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This dish was amazing! The shrimp were cooked perfectly, the grits were creamy and flavorful, and the poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy seafood dish.


Adil Raza
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Overall, this dish was a bit disappointing. The shrimp were overcooked and the grits were bland. The poached eggs were the only saving grace. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Tahir Anjum
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but I think that's because I used heavy cream instead of milk. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would recommend t


Wendy Munyasi
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit! The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the grits are creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs are the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a


Mansoor Khan
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's because I didn't add enough salt and pepper. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would recommend thi


Gulfam
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I made this dish for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the shrimp and grits, and the poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy brunch dish


Veline Awinja
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Carlos Ortega
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This was my first time making shrimp and grits and it turned out amazing! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in no time. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and cheesy. The poached eggs added a nice touch of r


Taikun TZ
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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 flavorful. The poached eggs added a nice richness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Alif Noor
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The shrimp and grits were cooked perfectly and the poached eggs were the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy breakfast or brunch


Sonu Harijan
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of grits, but I'm so glad I did! The grits were cooked perfectly and the shrimp and poached eggs were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Foxy ThePirate
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This dish was a hit with my family! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the grits were creamy and flavorful. The poached eggs added a richness that took the dish to the next level. I will definitely be making this again.