SHRIMP, RATATOUILLE AND BOURSIN GRITS

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Using local or wild shrimp makes for a better end product. Chef Tim Thomas of Georgia won first place in the 2007 Great American Seafood Cook-Off.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Stove Top

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

35 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20 count per pound)
1/4 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
salt
pepper
4 cups milk
1 cup grits
2 tablespoons butter
4 ounces boursin cheese
salt
pepper
1 eggplant, peeled and large dice
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 green pepper, diced
4 ounces beer
1 zucchini, diced
1 yellow squash, diced
2 tomatoes, diced
1 cup tomato juice
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • For the Shrimp: Combine all ingredients together in bowl and marinate 30 minutes.
  • Place shrimp in heated sauté pan; cook for about 30 seconds on each side.
  • For the Boursin Grits: Bring milk and butter to a boil and add grits. Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper. Add cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • For the Ratatouille: Heat large skillet with oil. Add eggplant and cook 5-7 minutes until brown. Drain excess oil. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook another minute. Add beer and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add zucchini and squash. Cook 2-3 minutes. Add tomatoes and tomato sauce, salt, pepper and basil. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
  • Place grits in individual bowls, top with ratatouille and then shrimp.

KD
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but it was still very good.


Christina Inez Brisbo
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I highly recommend this dish!


Martin Towery
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Good Heaps
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish.


SIBUSISO DUNYWA
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This dish is so flavorful and satisfying.


Siam Sheikh Fan Club
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jj Wyatt
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Beleyneh Nakie
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I love this dish! The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the ratatouille is so flavorful.


Yafu Yafuman
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ad Shaikh
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation was beautiful.


Deep Stha
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Watipatsa Selemani
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The ratatouille is especially delicious and the shrimp is always cooked perfectly.


Eman Nabil
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The combination of flavors is just perfect and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


faresXcraft X
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I love this dish! The shrimp is always cooked perfectly and the ratatouille is so flavorful. I usually serve it with grits, but it would also be great with rice or pasta.


pari Bhujel
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The ratatouille was especially flavorful and the grits were creamy and cheesy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Bahram Said
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The shrimp was especially popular and several people asked for the recipe.


Adam Hashimatu
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the ratatouille was flavorful and hearty. The grits were creamy and cheesy, and the combination of flavors was just perfect.