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Shrimp and Grits Recipe

A delicious and comforting Southern dish that's gluten-free.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Grits

  • 1 cup stone-ground grits
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Shrimp

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add salt and grits, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and cook until water is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
  2. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in lemon juice and paprika.
  4. Serve shrimp over grits and garnish with chopped parsley and bacon.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Gluten-Free, Grits, Shrimp
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