Viral The Ultimate Southern Shrimp and Grits Creamy Savory Bliss
A comforting Southern classic featuring creamy, cheesy grits topped with perfectly seasoned shrimp in a rich, savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup stone-ground grits
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring water and milk to a boil. Slowly whisk in grits, reduce heat, and simmer 20–25 minutes until creamy. Stir in butter, cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Season shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter and garlic to skillet. Sauté briefly, then add chicken broth and simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to skillet and coat in sauce.
- Serve shrimp over warm grits and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Stir grits frequently to prevent sticking.
- Add a splash of milk when reheating grits to restore creaminess.
- Adjust seasoning and spice level to taste.