Description
A hearty dish combining crispy shrimp with creamy grits, capturing the bold flavors of Cajun cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup coarse or stone-ground grits
- 1–2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 lemon, for garnish
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Grits: Cook the grits according to package instructions. Stir in butter and season with salt and pepper.
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and minced garlic in olive oil until tender.
- Fry the Shrimp: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add more oil if needed. Lay the shrimp flat in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Assemble: In each bowl, scoop a portion of creamy grits and top with sautéed vegetables and crispy shrimp. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon.
- Garnish: Top with sliced green onions or fresh herbs.
Notes
For a milder dish, adjust the Cajun seasoning to taste. This recipe can also be made with scallops or tofu for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Cajun shrimp, grits, Southern comfort food, family recipe, hearty meal