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CAJUN GARLIC SHRIMP AND GRITS


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Serves 4 | Prep Time 10 mins | Cook Time 25 mins

Why I Love This Recipe

Cajun Shrimp and Grits is a classic Southern comfort food that's easy to make from scratch. Creamy, buttery grits are topped with cajun seasoned shrimp - ready in 30 minutes.


Ingredients You'll Need

Grits
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup stone ground grits
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon pepper

Cajun Shrimp
16 ounces large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning


Directions

Grits


In a saucepan over medium heat, add milk, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then slowly whisk in the grits and minced garlic.


Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20 minutes, whisking frequently. If grits begin to stick to pan, reduce heat. Grits should be creamy and tender when cooked through.


Remove from heat and add pepper and butter. Stir to combine. Cover and set aside.


Cajun Shrimp


Season shrimp with cajun seasoning and toss to evenly coat.


In a skillet over medium heat, add butter. When hot, add shrimp to pan and arrange in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook for 1 additional minute. Shrimp are ready when pink and tails have curled up slightly. Remove from heat.


Spoon grits into a bowl, then top with shrimp and any remaining butter in pan. Optionally, top with chopped parsley as a garnish. Serve immediately.


*pro tip*
You should definitely add bacon!


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